CAREERS

Junior Talent Manager

ABOUT THE JOB

The focal point of this role is to provide support to Clique-Now Talent Managers and their talent roster as well as being a liaison between talent and brands/third party agencies to smoothly execute campaigns and projects. Candidate must have the ability to work efficiently with the team in a fast-paced environment with high volume e-mail/workload. Experience in a related field (agency, management company, PR, influencer marketing, etc.) is required. The ideal candidate has a passion for social media and an interest in developing brand and talent relationships. 

ABOUT CLIQUE-NOW

Clique-Now is a talent management and production company devoted to building the careers of top talent since 2012.  In 2022, Business Insider recognized us as a top Talent Management firm.  Clique-Now has closed and managed deals with brands like Nike, AT&T, Google, TikTok, Toyota, and more. In addition, we help our clients build merchandise lines, develop TV shows, and book appearances all over the world.  We specialize in signing diverse talent with a mission to do social good on their platforms. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide administrative support to Talent Managers and their talent roster including: project managing and executing of partnerships, managing talent calendars, managing call sheets/notes, ​​scheduling calls/shoot dates, negotiating brand feedback on content, and brainstorming creative ideas with talent

  • Arrange and coordinate travel/logistics for talent to/from events and trips 

  • Prepare detailed campaign briefs with contractual and/or creative requirements for talent 

  • Attend and/or lead campaign kick-off calls

  • Attend events/set visits with talent

  • Update decks, presentations, and case studies

  • Work with the finance department and finance software to ensure invoices are submitted accurately and on time

  • Build relationships with brands and agencies in an effort to secure new business

  • Act as key point of contact between brand and talent and ensure each campaign is a success for both parties 

  • Collaborate with company leadership to ensure proper internal controls and efficient protocols are maintained

  • Draft and/or update contracts, eventually assisting in the redline process

  • Show interest in and willingness to highlight talent on the rise

  • Show interest in and willingness to understand the contract process

  • Show interest in and willingness to understand rates and negotiations

  • Eventually run point on smaller negotiations and proactive pitches and/or run point on specific talent’s day-to-day

  • Participate in company-wide initiatives and activities

REQUIREMENTS

  • 1-2 years or project management experience required

  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all personality types and behaviors; flexibility and adaptability

  • A passion for social media and an interest in developing talent relationships

  • Ability to lead own projects/take ownership of their role

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills required with a problem-solving mindset

  • Ability to multitask while adapting to changing environments and overlapping projects

  • Ability to work collaboratively within a fast paced environment while meeting strict deadlines

  • Interest in understanding legal agreements + the contract negotiation process

  • Knowledge of the digital media landscape

  • Valid CA license and car. Must be located in Los Angeles, CA

SOFTWARE SKILLS

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint & Excel) in addition to Adobe Acrobat

  • Proficient in Google Docs, Google Drive and Google Sheets

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • Previous talent agency or related industry

  • Knowledge of and experience using Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, etc.

  • Knowledge of Google Analytics

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

  • Annual company retreats 

  • Team & executive development opportunities

  • Work from home and flex time

  • VIP event access

  • Travel reimbursements

  • Company support to favorite charitable cause

  • Access to specialguest, a multi-use space in the Arts District, Los Angeles

  • Commission based + paid training