Senior Manager, Creator & Influence - Fashion

At CHANEL, we believe in the transformative power of creativity and culture. We are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We value the uniqueness of each individual and strongly encourage your application.

About the role

As the Manager, Creator & Influence (Fashion), you will serve as a curator, connector, and champion of creative voices. Your mission is to expand and deepen CHANEL’s relationships with influential creators, including but not limited to artists, fashion commentators, chefs, performers, filmmakers, and others who shape culture beyond celebrity. This is a unique opportunity to shape how CHANEL engages with the creative community and tells its story in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Curate and nurture a diverse, dynamic network of creators and People of Influence across the US, inspiring authentic collaborations and brand advocacy.
• Design and deliver regional influence strategies tailored to key markets (Miami, Los Angeles, Dallas, Washington DC, and more), ensuring CHANEL’s resonance within each unique cultural landscape.
• Orchestrate memorable events and experiences, collaborating with internal teams to curate guest lists and oversee seamless, personalized logistics.
• Drive innovation in content and storytelling for major US events, facilitating compelling creator-generated content and behind-the-scenes narratives.
• Serve as the primary liaison for creators, ensuring exceptional communication, support, and partnership throughout their CHANEL journey.
• Track, analyze, and celebrate the impact of creator engagements, providing actionable insights that inform future strategy and brand growth.
• Ensure accurate financial operations and vendor management, supporting budget tracking, invoice processing, and compliance with internal processes.

Requirements

You are energized by:

• Building and maintaining meaningful relationships across creative industries.
• Collaborating with passionate, cross-functional teams and navigating complexity in a fast-paced, high-touch environment.
• Crafting new approaches to engagement, storytelling, and cultural resonance.
• Connecting creative talent with brand storytelling opportunities and delivering exceptional, detail-oriented experiences.
• Measuring impact and continuously seeking ways to enhance CHANEL’s influence and creative footprint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Arts Management, Cultural Studies, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in influence marketing, partnerships, event management, talent relations, or related fields, preferably within luxury, fashion, arts, or culture sectors in the US.
• Demonstrated network and knowledge of influential individuals in US creative industries, including fashion commentators.
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and project management abilities.
• Creative, culturally curious, and passionate about storytelling and the arts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate with discretion and professionalism in high-touch, fast-paced environments.
• Regional fluency or connections in key US markets (Miami, LA, Dallas, DC, etc.) are a plus.

Location: New York City. This role requires a minimum of three days in-person office presence at the designated CHANEL NYC location. Frequent travel within the US and worldwide is required for key events and activations. No direct reports.

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $87,500 through $128,000. Base salary is one component of the total compensation for this position. Other forms of variable pay may be offered for this position. Other components may include bonus potential, benefits, and/or perks.

Benefits

• Wellbeing resources, including dedicated paid time off for wellbeing and a Wellbeing Fund.
• Family and caregiving benefits (inclusive of parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, and Care.com Membership).
• Generous paid time off policies, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.
• 401K and other incentives.
• Robust healthcare offerings: medical, dental, vision, virtual care, One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and commuter benefits.