We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100.

Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections.

We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programs for individuals and businesses.

The Director of Talent Partnerships is responsible for leading the team tasked with initiating, developing, and extending the relationships between VidCon and the top digital content creators, musicians, and traditional celebrities plus their teams of managers and agents. The ideal candidate has deep connections in the online video communities in Los Angeles, New York, and London, with significant experience leading talent teams and managing digital native talent. A strong passion and love of all genres of online video and music with an understanding of the global talent landscape is a must.

Primary Job Functions:

• Lead the talent and creator partnerships team, overseeing all talent relations aspects of all VidCon events including discovery, outreach, travel booking, and onsite hospitality.

• Build and maintain deep, strong, personal, and mutually beneficial relationships with top digital content creators and their agents, managers, and publicists.

• Remain at the forefront of the digital and pop culture talent landscape, identifying new and upcoming talent that should be included in VidCon’s talent roster.

• Collaborate with the Programming Team to identify talent and curate an experience that is valuable to each creator who attends the event.

• Oversee and direct all elements of event-based talent hospitality including bespoke white-glove travel and on-the-ground experiences for all talent.

• Expand on existing relationships between VidCon and agencies, management companies, record labels, etc., and establish new ones.

• Advocate for and on behalf of VIP talent relating to their VidCon guest experience.

• Refine and develop talent processes for all VidCons year over year.

Expectations:

• Continue to grow knowledge of digital content and creators, expanding across all genres and platforms.

• Display a positive and respectful attitude.

• Represent VidCon in a responsible manner, even when off duty.

• Follow set policies and procedures when a situation occurs.

• Maintain a solutions-driven mentality.

Required Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to creatively pitch opportunities to entice talent to participate in the event 

• Proven ability to develop rapport and establish trust with creators, agents, and managers.

• Strong computer experience, specifically with Airtable, CRM software, Microsoft Office, and various applications of Google Drive.

• In-depth knowledge of travel booking services.

Experience:

• 7+ years working with creators and/or talent at a talent agency, management company, platform, or similar.

• 2+ years managing teams in a leadership position.

• Experience with talent contracts and brand deal negotiations.

• Hospitality or travel industry experience a plus.

• Events experience a plus.

• Experience booking and a general knowledge of the music industry a plus.

• Education: BA/BS or similar 4-year degree from an accredited college preferred.

• The pay range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 depending on experience 

• This posting will expire on 1/17
   

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks 
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, 
mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four 
weeks a year 
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount 
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs 
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world 

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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