About the role

Role Overview

As a Contract Manager at Whalar, you will draft, negotiate, and execute creator/talent agreements, review creator content for intellectual property (IP) risks, and support the company’s production studio division. You’ll work closely with the Business Affairs team and key US-based stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Draft, negotiate, and execute creator/talent agreements
Review creator content to identify and mitigate IP risks
Collaborate with internal teams to communicate timelines and deadlines
Manage and mitigate risk and provide advice on compliance and best practices
Support production studio operations as needed
Present updates to internal teams as required

Requirements

Background in social media marketing/advertising, influencer management, or entertainment
Strong exposure to contracts, contract principles, and negotiation
3–6 years experience in the creator economy, social media marketing, marketing/advertising, or entertainment
Solid understanding of FTC guidelines and IP, including content clearance & licensing principles
Very experienced with drafting/editing high volumes of creator/talent agreements
Strong negotiation skills and ability to work under pressure
Excellent attention to detail and professionalism
Ability to juggle multiple projects and follow up effectively
Willingness to work extended hours when necessary

Nice to Have

Proactive approach to operational efficiencies
Growth mindset and collaborative, positive attitude in a fast-paced environment

About Whalar

Whalar is a media and creator-focused company working across social and entertainment industries. It supports creator and talent partnerships and associated production/studio activities, with an emphasis on managing content and related business affairs.