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
Associate Influencer Coordinator (L1)
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Mastering influencer identification, product seeding logistics, basic content monitoring, and pulling initial campaign reports. Getting comfortable with outreach templates and internal processes.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently hitting targets for new creator outreach and onboarding.
- Flawless execution of product shipments and payment processing.
- Proactive identification of minor campaign issues and suggesting solutions.
- Demonstrating a strong understanding of our brand guidelines and ASA disclosure requirements.
- 2
Social Media Coordinator / Marketing Assistant
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Developing a deep understanding of social media platform mechanics, content strategy, and community management. Learning how to identify engaging content and interact with online audiences. Often involves some initial exposure to influencer outreach.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully managed social media content calendars and community engagement.
- Demonstrated ability to grow social media followers or engagement rates organically.
- Taken initiative to run small-scale influencer gifting campaigns or manage micro-influencer relationships.
- Strong understanding of social media analytics and reporting.
- 3
Agency Account Executive (with influencer focus)
2-4 yearsSkills to master
- Managing client relationships, understanding campaign objectives, and coordinating with creative teams. Often involves direct experience in influencer identification, outreach, and reporting for multiple brands.
You're ready to move on when
- Proven track record of managing client expectations and delivering campaign results.
- Experience working with a diverse range of influencers and understanding different brand needs.
- Strong organisational skills from juggling multiple client accounts.
- Ability to adapt quickly to different brand voices and campaign requirements.