Partnerships Manager (Berlin, hybrid)

We're in an exciting growth phase following our Series B funding and are expanding our team.

Our hybrid working culture includes three office days per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) at our Berlin headquarters. Looking ahead, we're also growing London as our second location, with a new office planned for 2025.

• Revolutionizing design tools: Kittl is transforming how creators work with an intuitive platform that stands as a modern, competitive alternative to outdated traditional design tools.
• Rapid growth: Achieved millions of users within just two years of launch.
• Diverse team: 120+ team members representing 25+ different countries.
• Product-led approach: Product managers, engineers, and designers are at the core of Kittl's innovation.
• Strong funding: Raised over $50M from world-renowned investors who have also backed companies like Slack, Dropbox, and Figma.

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As the Partnerships Manager at Kittl, you'll be at the heart of our growth, driving impactful collaborations with influencers and brands. Your role is to build and nurture relationships that inspire and engage a community of graphic designers, ensuring successful partnerships that contribute to Kittl's global expansion.

You will work closely with multiple teams to execute partnership strategies, leveraging your expertise in influencer marketing and brand collaborations. Your efforts will be crucial to Kittl's mission to become the leading collaborative graphic design software for professionals.

Meet the Hiring Manager: Video Introduction

• Lead strategic partnerships: Drive and manage influencer and brand partnerships that align with Kittl's growth goals, from outreach to execution and beyond.
• Build relationships that matter: Develop and maintain lasting relationships with top-tier influencers and partners across different social media platforms.
• Analyze & optimize: Track and measure the performance of partnerships and campaigns, refining strategies to maximize ROI.
• Spark innovation: Take the lead in transforming how we build partnerships, always pushing for breakthrough ideas and new ways to create meaningful impact and value for Kittl.
• Collaborate with the best: Work closely with our marketing, growth, product, and sales teams to ensure seamless collaboration and impactful campaigns.

• Skilled in influencer partnerships: You have 3+ years of experience in influencer marketing and/or brand partnerships, with a proven track record of over-performance against clear commercial objectives.
• Experienced marketer: You approach every situation with a marketing mindset, expertly integrating strategies and tactics in copy and visuals to maximize growth and engagement.
• Relationship builder: You know how to engage, negotiate, and build long-lasting relationships with influencers and brand partners. People love collaborating with you.
• Strategic thinker: You're able to see the big picture and identify opportunities that align with a long-term vision while executing with precision.
• Growth-oriented: You thrive on challenges, are passionate about learning, and continuously push the boundaries of what's possible.
• Passionate about design: You understand the value of design and how it empowers individuals and businesses to succeed in today's digital world.

• Recruiter interview (30 min)
• Hiring manager interview with the Partnerships Lead (30 min)
• Take home assignment
• Home assignment presentation and technical interview with Partnerships Lead & Growth Marketing Lead (45 min)
• Bar raiser interview with Chief of Staff, right hand to CEO (30 min)

At Kittl, we embrace diversity and value every team member's unique background, identity, and experience. We're all about respect, honesty, and inclusivity. Together, we create a safe and supportive work environment where everyone thrives. Join us on this exciting journey of making our company and product even better!