Associate Account Director, Influencer Marketing

Top Shelf® Academy

Associate Account Director in influencer marketing managing client accounts and team performance. Collaborating cross-departmentally to deliver impactful multi-platform campaigns and strategies.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop integrated social and influencer strategies tied to measurable business outcomes
Own day-to-day relationships as the primary client point of contact
Lead strategic planning, quarterly business reviews, and campaign ideation
Navigate complex client conversations with confidence and clarity
Contribute to new business pitches and proposals as needed
Directly manage 1–3 account managers or supervisors
Provide coaching, feedback, and career development support
Delegate campaign workstreams and review output for quality
Foster an inclusive, high-performance team culture
Lead end-to-end delivery of multi-platform influencer programs
Oversee influencer selection, briefing, content review, and performance reporting
Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery across a diverse client scope
Drive cross-department collaboration with creative, paid media and strategy teams to align on campaign goals and ensure seamless execution
Serve as the internal connector between client needs and departmental capabilities, facilitating clear communication and shared accountability across functions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7 years of experience in digital, social, or influencer marketing (agency background preferred)
Prior experience managing direct reports and developing junior team members
Deep knowledge of influencer marketing across paid and earned channels, with hands-on platform expertise (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube)
Proven track record managing multiple client accounts simultaneously with strong retention and growth outcomes
Proficiency with influencer management tools (CreatorIQ, Modash, Upfluence, or equivalent)
Strong project management skills with sharp attention to timelines, budgets, and deliverables
Comfortable presenting and leading conversations with VP- and C-suite level clients
Experience with paid social amplification, cross-channel integration, and performance reporting a plus
Proficient in AI tools and comfortable applying them to streamline workflows, accelerate research, and improve team output
Experienced with productivity and collaboration suites including Microsoft Word, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), and project management tools such as Asana

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Flexible time off with inclusive holiday benefits
401(k) matching
Collaborative, diverse team culture with meaningful professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

digital marketingsocial marketinginfluencer marketingproject managementperformance reportingpaid social amplificationcross-channel integrationAI toolsinfluencer management

Soft Skills

client relationship managementstrategic planningcoachingteam leadershipcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailpresentation skills