Headout - Senior Manager - Creator Partnerships

Why Headout?.
We're a rocketship: 9-figure revenue, record growth, and profitable.
With $130M in revenue, guests in 100+ cities, and 18 months of profitability, Headout is the fastest-growing marketplace in the travel industry, and we're just getting started.
We've raised $60M+ from top-tier investors and are building a durable company for the long term - because that's what our mission needs and deserves.
We're growing, profitable and nowhere near done.
What we do is important.
In an increasingly digital world, there is a desperate need to augment our human experience by getting us to interact with the real world around us and the people in it.
At Headout, our mission is to be the easiest, fastest, and most delightful way to head out to a real-life experience - from immersive tours to museums to live events and everything in between.
Why now?.
The foundation is strong.
The opportunity ahead is even bigger.
We've hit profitability, built momentum, and proven the model - but there's so much more to build.
If you're looking to join a company where the trajectory is steep and your impact is real, this is the moment.
Our culture.
Reinventing the travel industry isn't easy, but that's the fun part.
We care deeply about ownership, craft, and impact, and we're here to do the best work of our careers.
We won't pretend like it's for everyone but if you're a builder who loves solving tough problems, you'll feel right at home.
The Role:

- Step into Headout's Brand Marketing team where storytellers, strategists and creative thinkers are shaping a global brand loved by millions worldwide.
- We're looking for a Senior Manager, Creator Partnerships to build and scale Headout's influencer marketing program globally from identifying and partnering with the right creators, to building long-term relationships, and turning authentic collaborations into a growth engine for the company.
- You'll work closely with our brand, content, and growth teams to design campaigns that drive awareness, and translate into tangible business impact.
- This role is one that blends hands-on execution with strategic ownership you'll shape the playbook, set the metrics, and run experiments that define how Headout shows up in the creator economy and inspires people everywhere to head out.
- This role is based in Bengaluru, so we are seeking candidates who are either local or open to relocating to the city.
What makes this role special?.
Build to scale.
Headout's influencer marketing program is in its early stages and you'll lay the foundations to scale it globally.
Global creative canvas.
Partner with influencers across travel, lifestyle, and culture from multiple geographies across the globe.
Partner with leadership.
You won't just execute - you'll shape brand strategy and run initiatives alongside our leadership team, working shoulder-to-shoulder with the C-suite.
Drive business impact.
Your work won't just generate buzz, it will drive bookings, revenue, and brand love.
Ownership & autonomy.
Define the strategy, choose the partners, and lead the execution of collaborations end-to-end.
What skills do you need?.
- 5-7 years of experience in influencer/creator marketing, ideally in a consumer internet, lifestyle, or travel brand.
- Proven ability to identify, negotiate, and manage partnerships with creators and agencies.
- Strong understanding of social platforms (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) and what makes brands tick on them.
- Data-driven mindset you can measure ROI, track creator performance, and use insights to refine campaigns.
- A sharp eye for content you know what resonates with audiences and can guide creators toward impactful storytelling.
- A culturally sensitive worldview to build truly global narratives that unite audiences from different parts of the globe.
Bonus:
Experience working in a global/multi-market context.
Familiarity with affiliate or ambassador-style programs.
EEO statement.
At Headout, we don't just accept differences - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our partners, and the community at large.
Headout provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
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