Account Manager, VIP/Influencer

Account Manager, VIP/Influencer at AZIONE PRLocation: New York CityAbout AZIONE: AZIONE is not a traditional PR agency - we operate at the intersection of culture, influence, and brand. We build relevance, not just awareness, helping brands enter culture and stay there. Our work spans PR, influencer, talent, partnerships, and experiential, engineered to drive emotional velocity and real business impact.Job Description: We’re looking for an Account Manager to support Influencer + VIP across a portfolio of fashion, lifestyle, and consumer brands. This is not a coordination role, it’s a culture-driving, relationship-led, revenue-minded position.You should be actively building your network across influencers, stylists, managers, and publicists, and developing the ability to turn those relationships into meaningful brand moments.You understand the full spectrum of influence:Micro → Macro → MegaOrganic → Paid → Affiliate-driven performanceCultural relevance → Commercial impactYou don’t just follow trends, you spot them early, shape them, and plug brands into them in a way that feels earned.Key Responsibilities:Client Leadership & GrowthSupport day-to-day management of Influencer/VIP workstreams across multiple accountsPartner with senior team members to execute strategies that align with client goalsContribute to identifying growth opportunities including campaigns, partnerships, and always-on programsSupport in managing timelines, deliverables, and client communication with precisionTalent Strategy & Cultural RelevanceManage full-funnel influencer + VIP strategies across:Organic seedingPaid partnershipsCelebrity + stylist dressingAffiliate / performance programs (ShopMy, LTK, etc.)Research and identify the right mix of voices - from niche authority to mass reach - to drive both credibility and conversionConcept and execute campaigns that tap into culture, not just calendarsStay on top of trends, emerging platforms, and cultural moments, bringing ideas forward to the teamVIP + Celebrity EcosystemBuild and maintain relationships with:Talent managers, agents + publicists Celebrity stylists + glam teamsSupport consistent celebrity dressing moments, placements, and cultural visibilityContribute in identifying and securing high-impact talent partnerships (earned + paid)Manage securing celebrity sightings and moments that extend into media + socialExecution ExcellenceManage end-to-end execution of influencer + talent campaigns:Talent sourcing + vettingNegotiation + contractingContent direction + approvalsReporting + performance optimizationManage seeding programs that actually land, not just send productConcept standout mailers and moments that cut through feeds and group chatsEnsure all programs ladder back to clear KPIs (reach, engagement, conversion, affiliate performance) Affiliate and Performance IntegrationWorking knowledge of affiliate ecosystems (ShopMy, LTK, Impact, etc.)Ability to manage programs that bridge brand and performanceSupport clients on commission structures, tracking, and optimizationIdentify influencers who drive not just content, but commerceNetworking + Relationship BuildingMaintain and continuously grow a high-value, highly responsive network across:Influencers (all tiers)Celebrity + VIPStylists Managers, agents, publicistsBe known as someone who gets things done quickly and wellLeadershipLead, mentor, and elevate junior team members across influencer + VIPSet the bar for taste, speed, and executionFoster a team culture that is proactive, plugged-in, and solutions-orientedWhat Makes You Stand Out4-5 years of experience across influencer, VIP, talent, or fashion PRHands-on experience supporting campaigns across micro → macro → mega influencersDirect experience working within fashion ecosystems, including celebrity dressing, stylist relations, and securing high-visibility placements (editorial, street style, events, paparazzi moments)Established and growing relationships with celebrity stylists, talent teams, agents, publicists and fashion industry gatekeepersUnderstanding of how to translate product into culture-driving moments through talent + stylingExperience across organic, paid, and affiliate-driven programs (ShopMy, LTK, etc.)Strong instinct for who matters now (and next) across fashion, culture, and social platformsAbility to identify and activate talent that drives both relevance and revenueHighly organized with the ability to manage multiple fast-moving workstreamsProactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented with a strong sense of ownershipBenefits:Salary - $95,000 - $100,000 (commensurate with experience)100% medical and dental coverageBonus and commission opportunitiesYear-long summer Friday hours401K benefitsTo Apply: Please send your resume to career@azionepr.com. Visit AZIONEPR.com for more information about our company.