Global Head of Platforms

About Creators HQCreators HQ is a global hub that brings together creators, platforms, brands, and industry leaders to build the future of the creator economy. Through strategic programs, partnerships, and large-scale initiatives such as the 1 Billion Followers Summit, Creators HQ works closely with major social media platforms to empower creators and drive innovation in the global creator ecosystem.About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced and highly strategic Global Head of Platforms to lead Creators HQ’s relationships with major global social media platforms including Meta, YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, and others.In this role, you will manage executive-level partnerships with platform leadership teams and oversee platform collaborations across Creators HQ and the 1 Billion Followers Summit. You will be responsible for driving strategic partnerships, integrating platforms into programming and initiatives, and ensuring strong platform participation across campaigns, creator programs, and events.This role is ideal for someone with deep experience in platform partnerships, strong industry relationships, and a strong understanding of the global creator economy.Key ResponsibilitiesPlatform Partnership StrategyOwn and lead strategic relationships with global social media platform leadership teamsServe as the main point of contact between Creators HQ, the 1 Billion Followers Summit, and platform partnersDevelop and execute long-term platform engagement strategiesPlatform Engagement & CollaborationLead executive engagement with platforms including Meta, YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, and othersAlign platform collaborations with creator programs, campaigns, and government initiativesIdentify and unlock new partnership opportunities with key platform partnersSummit & Program IntegrationEnsure strong platform participation across programming, creator initiatives, and campaignsCoordinate closely with internal teams to deliver platform commitments and activationsOversee platform houses and official platform presence at the 1 Billion Followers SummitSupport government-related initiatives involving platform partnershipsPlatform Management & ReportingManage ongoing communication and alignment with platform stakeholdersMonitor platform priorities, product updates, and regional strategies to inform partnershipsProvide reporting and strategic insights to leadership on platform collaborationsRequirementsMinimum 5 years of experience in platform partnerships, strategic partnerships, or ecosystem rolesQualifications & ExperienceDirect experience working with or closely with major social media platforms such as Meta, YouTube, TikTok, or Snapchat preferredProven track record managing senior stakeholder and leadership relationshipsStrong understanding of the global creator economy and platform ecosystemsExcellent communication and executive presentation skills (English essential, Arabic is a plus)Experience working on large-scale global initiatives or events preferredSkills & AttributesStrong strategic thinking and partnership development skillsAbility to manage complex multi-partner collaborationsExperience coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholdersStrong relationship-building and negotiation skillsA PlusFormer experience within a major social media platformStrong existing network across global platform leadership teamsExperience managing multi-market platform collaborationsFamiliarity with government and public sector collaborations involving platformsAbility to structure high-impact strategic partnerships at scale#J-18808-Ljbffr