Head of Talent & Brand Partnerships [Remote]
About the RoleWe’re building a next-generation platform at the intersection of comedy, creator economy, and online shopping — where emerging comedians help brands showcase products through entertaining, authentic, short-form content. We’re looking for a driven operator to join the founding team and lead both talent partnerships and brand relationships. You’ll be building the human side of the business while the technical co-founder builds the platform. What You’ll Do• Recruit and onboard emerging comedians (starting with NYC scene)• Build partnerships with comedy communities, agents, and creators• Pitch and close sponsorship deals with DTC brands and agencies• Negotiate partnership terms and pricing models• Collaborate on creative formats for sponsored comedy content• Build scalable onboarding playbooks for both creators and brands• Serve as the business face of the platformYou Might Be a Fit If You Have:• Experience in talent management, influencer marketing, creator economy, or DTC partnerships• Strong network-building and deal-closing skills• Empathy for both creators and brands• Excellent communication and negotiation skills• Comfort working in early-stage, fast-moving environments• Passion for comedy, creator culture, or bothBonus If You Have:• Experience with platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Patreon, Jellysmack, or influencer agencies• Familiarity with NYC comedy scene or independent DTC brands• Previous startup or marketplace experienceWhy Join• Early equity ownership and major influence on business direction• Build something fresh, meaningful, and fun at the intersection of multiple fast-growing industries• Work directly with a technical founder committed to rapid product execution• Huge opportunity to help emerging comedic voices monetize their work in new waysCompensation• $60k–$100k+ depending on experience and performanceNote: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337).Apply tot his job