Job Title: Associate Director, Community/Creator Partnerships
Work Location: Berlin (1+ days in office)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Whalar is the leading, most awarded, independent Creator and Social agency. We transform brands into cultural drivers by unlocking the full creative power of Creators.
We go beyond the conventional social and influencer strategy. We have the technology and methodology to tap into the beating pulse of communities, listen to nuances that move culture, and connect brands in ways that make them unforgettable.
With hubs in London, Berlin, New York, and Los Angeles, our reach is global.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As an Associate Director on the Community and Creator Partnerships team, you’ll be responsible for driving strategic creator planning, ensuring operational excellence, and aligning your team’s work with Whalar’s broader goals. You will lead and mentor Managers and Executives, supporting their growth and overseeing team performance.
This role includes oversight of campaign execution across a range of scales, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality. You’ll also ensure client and creator-facing materials meet our standards and represent the team in high-level meetings. Success in this role requires strong leadership, a strategic mindset, and a deep understanding of and a large network in the creator economy.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO DAY-TO-DAY:

• Provide strategic oversight across Creator Partnerships campaigns, including creator selection and vetting to meet campaign goals and client expectations.
• Uphold best practices and ensure high-quality execution across all projects, setting the standard through integrity, innovation, and results-driven leadership.
• Lead a broad range of campaigns, manage projects at all scales, represent the team in senior meetings and provide thought leadership.
• Partner with senior leadership to align team efforts with Whalar’s goals and ensure consistency and quality in all client- and creator-facing materials.
• Mentor and lead Managers and Executives, driving performance, career growth, and a culture of excellence, resilience, inclusivity, and continuous learning.
• Support the development of Managers and Senior Managers through strategic planning guidance, operational oversight, and leadership coaching.