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Posted March 03, 2023
Authentic Brands Group

Associate Manager, Global Collaborations and Partnerships

Authentic Brands Group
Los Angeles, CA, USA ⚠ [Archived] No Longer Accepting Applicants

Who We Are

Authentic is a brand development, marketing and entertainment company, which owns a portfolio of global media, entertainment and fashion lifestyle brands. Authentic elevates and builds the long-term value of more than 40 consumer brands and properties by partnering with best-in-class manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers. We are committed to transforming brands by delivering compelling product, content, business and immersive experiences. We create and activate original marketing strategies to drive the success of our brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media.

Why Authentic

The mission of Authentic is to evolve, transform and reimagine global brands through innovative business models, powerful storytelling, compelling content, and immersive experiences. Working at Authentic isn't like working at other companies. Let's chat if you're creative and hungry to drive ideas into action. We work with some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more. Join us in working toward our mission. #WeareAuthentic

What You’ll Do

The Associate Manager, Global Collaborations and Partnerships is responsible for working with collaboration partners on products and provide research expertise on trends, culture, and fashion. You’ll be responsible for brand collaborations, which includes but is not limited to working with Brand and Marketing leaders on prospecting fashion, celebrity, influencer, artist, retail, and other collaboration partners You’ll liaise regularly with internal and external partners to support collaboration and partnership goals.

What You’ll Be Working On

  • Grow Authentic's partner database through continuous research of potential partners and generate interest to drive collaborations, through outreach
  • Manage licensing deals with Collaboration partners and ensure systems are updated
  • Keep the team apprised of trends in fashion and culture
  • Understand each brand's value proposition in the Authentic portfolio and prepare compelling presentations to prospects
  • Work cross functionally with the appropriate teams to compile and ensure timely completion of Post Collaboration briefs beginning with Ideation to Activation – status calls, weekly sales, press recaps, and monthly reports, spreadsheets
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings and communicate relevant updates related to current partnership conversations and upcoming partner activations.
  • Assist the Global Partnerships department in deepening our relationships with existing collaboration partners

Must Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in business, communications, marketing, or related field preferred
  • 2-3 years’ experience in fashion, consumer products, creative agency, marketing, retail, or related field
  • Resourceful team player with high energy and a passion for product, entertainment, trends, fashion, culture, and marketing
  • An analytical mind; able to provide insightful conclusions and recommendations based on trend data and market research
  • Excellent planning and project management competencies
  • Work collaboratively and cross-functionally
  • Manage and navigate through complex processes
  • Meticulous attention to detail and excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
  • Can prioritize effectively
  • Results oriented with a high degree of resilience and perseverance
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to exercise sound judgement
  • Meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
  • Attention to detail; proactive, with strong follow through skills
  • Ability to successfully navigate in a fast-paced, outcomes-driven and entrepreneurial environment
  • Collaborative, hardworking, and enthusiastic attitude.
  • Creative and strategic thinker.
  • Discreet, professional, and well-spoken, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Establish and maintain communication within the Global Partnerships team to be aligned with partner contractual obligations.
  • Adept at client and account management and fulfilling projects on time
  • Strong work ethic and a collaborative team player who is proactive and driven, and works well on a team or independently Ability to work independently, meeting goals and deadlines with moderate supervision
  • Perform other tasks and projects as required
  • Passionate and motivated with a positive attitude, and solutions-oriented
  • Ability to establish effective and cooperative inter-departmental relations as well as relations with partners and vendors

Primary Location Salary Range:

$70,000 - $80,000

Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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