The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
- 1
Influencer Marketing Coordinator (L1)
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Mastering influencer discovery, content tracking, payment processing, and basic reporting. Essentially, getting the foundational tasks down pat.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently hitting deadlines for content tracking and payment processing.
- Successfully identifying and vetting suitable influencers for campaigns under supervision.
- Demonstrating proactive problem-solving for routine tasks.
- Positive feedback from managers on organisation and attention to detail.
- 2
Social Media Assistant / Junior Brand Manager
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Understanding social media strategy, content creation, community management, and how influencer content fits into a broader brand narrative.
You're ready to move on when
- Proven ability to manage social media content calendars and execute campaigns.
- Strong understanding of brand voice and visual guidelines.
- Experience with social media analytics and reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to work with external partners or agencies.
- 3
Digital Marketing Executive (with social focus)
2-4 yearsSkills to master
- Broad digital marketing knowledge, including paid social, content marketing, and email, with a specialisation in social media channels.
You're ready to move on when
- Experience managing various digital marketing channels.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret campaign data.
- Ability to adapt to different digital platforms and their requirements.
- A clear interest and some experience in influencer or creator partnerships.