This position reports directly to MLQ’s Public Relations Manager. The MLQ Influencer Marketing Assistant is responsible for all influencer-related outreach, partnership facilitation, lead generation, follow-up, and brand ambassadorship. This person will need to be exceedingly professional, good with people, and a problem-solver.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop goals and KPIs for influencer campaigns with the MLQ Public Relations Manager.
• Create lists of potential influencers to partner with and why.
• Guide creation of influencer posts that are relevant to MLQ goals and brand appearance.
• Ensure posts go live when expected, and the satisfaction of all parties involved.
• Grow MLQ social media following and program attendance. 
• Work with the larger marketing and social media team to coordinate and conceive larger marketing campaigns.
• Assist marketing team with other large projects and events as necessary.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience brainstorming or managing social media campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of Facebook, Instagram, and/or Twitter required. Knowledge of one or more of the following a plus: YouTube, Linkedin, TikTok, Reddit, Discord, blogs, etc.
• Experience in customer service and/or communicating with customers professionally on behalf of a brand required.
• Experience in public relations, or negotiating brand partnerships / contracts or similar experience preferred.
• Copywriting or social media community management experience preferred.
• Approximate work commitment 5 hours/week, but more if necessary.
• Strong interest in influencer marketing or sports marketing required.
• Exceptionally people-oriented, friendly and empathic. Strong social IQ.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines.
• You know how to take initiative and get things done.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and understanding of best practices in social media required.
• Highly adaptable problem solver.
• Willingness to do any task asked of you, big or small.
• Strong listening and comprehension skills.
• Must be able to work in an environment that emphasizes a high degree of professionalism.

To apply, please fill out our application below. In the “Cover Letter” field please briefly note why you would be a good fit for MLQ. Links to websites/blogs and/or relevant projects you worked on, if available, should also be entered into the aforementioned “Cover Letter” field. Questions? Contact us at [email protected].