Influencer Relations Manager

About the role

We are looking for an Influencer Relations Manager based in South Africa to develop and manage creator partnerships within the fast‑growing mobile gaming and digital marketing ecosystem. The role involves overseeing influencer campaigns from creator selection and negotiations through to content delivery and performance tracking.

Key responsibilities

• Manage influencer marketing campaigns across the full operational lifecycle, including creator selection, contract negotiations, content scheduling, and delivery tracking.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with creators, agencies, and talent representatives on platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, Twitch, and TikTok.
• Negotiate collaboration terms with mid‑tier creators to secure effective partnerships while optimizing campaign budgets.
• Act as the primary internal point of contact for Account Managers, providing updates on campaign progress, timelines, and execution.
• Review influencer research and outreach lists, offering quality feedback and recommendations.
• Monitor campaign performance, assets, budgets, and timelines using internal management systems.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges, including communication issues, content revisions, and delivery delays.
• Maintain accurate documentation and real‑time visibility into campaign status and creator partnerships.
• Support continuous improvement of influencer marketing processes and best practices.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience in influencer marketing, creator partnerships, social media management, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related discipline.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for gaming, social media, and online communities.
• Ability to work in a fast‑moving environment and manage multiple campaigns simultaneously.

Required skills

• YouTube
• Instagram
• Twitch
• TikTok