Influencer Marketing Specialist

About Socialite Media

Socialite Media is a renowned social media and influencer marketing agency known for its expertise in hospitality, restaurant, lifestyle, luxury, beauty, and consumer brand sectors. The agency focuses on designing genuine influencer campaigns that enhance brand visibility, generate user-created content, and produce measurable outcomes.

Position Summary

We are seeking an organized and relationship-oriented part-time Influencer Marketing Specialist to join our Chicago team immediately. This role involves managing influencer campaigns end-to-end and nurturing valuable connections with creators and clients. The position requires working onsite in our River North office with occasional participation in client events across Chicago.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage influencers who align with client brand values and campaign goals.
• Foster and sustain productive relationships with influencers, creators, and talent agents.
• Oversee influencer outreach including negotiation, contract management, scheduling, and logistical coordination of campaigns.
• Handle both gifted and paid influencer collaborations.
• Develop campaign briefs and clearly outline deliverables, timelines, and expectations.
• Monitor influencer-generated content to ensure timely completion of requirements.
• Evaluate content for brand consistency prior to release when required.
• Maintain detailed trackers for campaigns, creator databases, and outreach documentation.
• Participate in weekly client discussions and provide status updates on influencer campaigns.
• Work closely with the social media department to blend influencer marketing efforts into larger marketing initiatives.
• Compile campaign summary reports and analyze performance metrics.
• Represent the agency at influencer gatherings, restaurant launches, media occasions, and client activations.

Qualifications

• Between 1 and 3+ years' experience in influencer marketing.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Strong organizational ability and meticulous attention to detail.
• Capability to manage multiple concurrent campaigns and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Proven talent in relationship development and negotiation.
• Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and contemporary creator trends.
• Competence in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous experience in hospitality, restaurant, lifestyle industries, or marketing agencies is advantageous.

Desired Attributes

• Positive, professional demeanor with a team-oriented mindset.
• Self-motivated with excellent prioritization and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude and organizational skills.
• Passion for influencer marketing and digital storytelling.
• Enthusiastic about contributing to a growing and dynamic agency environment.

Position Details

• Immediate commencement.
• Part-time role requiring 15 to 20 hours weekly.
• Work location is onsite at River North, Chicago.
• Compensation at $25 per hour.
• Potential for increased hours and advancement opportunities as the agency expands.

Benefits of Joining Socialite Media

• Engage with exciting brands in hospitality, lifestyle, beauty, and consumer goods sectors.
• Gain access to exclusive influencer events, restaurant premieres, and media experiences.
• Become part of a collaborative, creative, and entrepreneurial team culture.
• Play a critical role within one of Chicago's premier influencer marketing agencies.
• Acquire practical experience managing high-impact influencer campaigns from inception to delivery.

Additional Information

To apply, please provide your resume and a brief note explaining your interest in Socialite Media along with samples of influencer campaigns, creator collaborations, or social media projects you have managed or are proud of. We seek candidates passionate about building genuine creator partnerships, providing outstanding client service, and thriving with our team.