Job Overview

Our client is looking for an Influencer Partnerships Lead Researcher to lead the top-of-funnel discovery phase of their sponsorship pipeline. This role focuses on identifying and vetting high-potential content creators to expand the brand's reach across multiple digital platforms.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST, with 1 hour unpaid break (40 work hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Research and identify content creators across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Substack who align with the target audience.
• Evaluate creator fit by analyzing content themes, audience demographics, and relevance beyond obvious categories like politics and current affairs.
• Collect creator and agency contact information and maintain organized records of outreach progress.
• Conduct initial outreach to creators or their agencies to introduce the brand and assess interest in sponsorship partnerships.
• Gather key information from interested creators, including pricing, availability, and preferred collaboration formats.
• Hand off qualified, vetted creator leads with complete discovery data to the internal account management team.
• Collaborate closely with internal sponsorship teams to ensure smooth lead handoffs and process alignment.
• Identify non-obvious creator partnerships through creative analysis of trends and diverse audience interests.

Requirements

• Proven background in sales, business development, or influencer marketing with specific experience in prospecting and lead qualification.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and the creator economy landscape.
• Excellent research skills with the ability to develop and follow a methodical process for client analysis.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to represent a brand professionally.
• Proficiency in pre-qualification tactics and initial negotiation skills.
• Experience or foundational knowledge in account management.

Independent Contractor Perks

• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.