Jobs · Sales · Illinois

Covering Agent (Influencer)

Viral Nation · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
SalesFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a professional and organized Covering Agent within our influencer talent agency division to represent and manage the careers of various social media influencers. The ideal candidate is a positive, creative, and dedicated hard worker who can balance many tasks in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. You should have an in-depth understanding of social media marketing, brand partnerships, talent management, talent representation, contract negotiations, and an existing deep network of social media influencers.

Responsibilities

  • Discover and sign large influencers who are looking for business management
  • Represent the business and brands of leading social media personalities
  • Seek out brand partnerships for specific talent and the agency as a whole
  • Stay on top of trends in the influencer marketing space
  • Seek out and pursue new opportunities such as TV and Film casting for our talent, early adopters for new apps, and collaboration opportunities for our influencers and other large influencers
  • Present and assist with execution of growth strategies for influencers

Requirements

  • Minimum two (2) years experience in talent management/talent representation of Social Media Influencers and/or celebrities
  • University degree or equivalent experience
  • Existing deep network of social media influencers and talent
  • 1+ years experience professionally managing brand partnerships and in talent management (preferably at an agency)

Pay

At Viral Nation, compensation is structured, performance-led, and market-aligned. Pay decisions are intentional, based on role requirements, performance, and market alignment by country, and are set to maintain internal pay equity across comparable roles and levels. Compensation progression is tied to demonstrated performance, expanded scope, and sustained contribution over time, not tenure alone. Employee compensation is reviewed regularly through formal performance reviews and check-ins to ensure alignment with role expectations and impact.

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