VIP Manager (New York City Metropolitan Area)

ABOUT US

Thom Browne is widely recognized for challenging and modernizing today’s uniform: the suit. By questioning traditional proportions, Browne’s designs consistently convey a true American sensibility rooted in quality craftsmanship and precise tailoring. We pride ourselves on our core values of respect and collaboration, challenging ourselves to express creativity and continuously innovate. We attract ambitious individuals who operate in unique ways while upholding exceptional craftsmanship and excellence.

MISSION

The VIP Manager is responsible for supporting the development and execution of Thom Browne’s global VIP strategy, driving brand awareness and cultural relevance through impactful celebrity dressing, strategic relationship management, organic influencer engagement, and proactive VIP placements.

Reporting to the Senior Director, VIP, this role will be a key partner in identifying and cultivating relationships with talent, stylists, agents, publicists, and other key industry partners, while managing VIP initiatives and opportunities across global markets. The VIP Manager will combine strong industry relationships and cultural awareness with exceptional execution to help strengthen Thom Browne’s presence within fashion, entertainment, and culture.

THE ROLE

• Partner with the Senior Director, VIP to develop and execute global VIP strategies aligned with brand and business objectives.
• Build, maintain, and expand strong relationships with celebrity stylists, talent, agents, publicists, and other key industry partners.
• Drive celebrity dressing and VIP placements across red carpet, press, entertainment, and cultural opportunities.
• Proactively identify established and emerging talent who authentically align with Thom Browne and cultivate long-term relationships with them and their teams.
• Develop proactive outreach strategies around key brand moments, seasonal collections, awards, premieres, festivals, cultural events, and other relevant opportunities.
• Manage VIP opportunities from initial outreach and product selection through fittings, alterations, logistics, dressing, and post-event follow-up.
• Lead organic influencer relationship development and product placement within the VIP function, identifying relevant cultural voices and creators who align authentically with the brand.
• Partner closely with PR/Communications and Marketing on broader influencer strategy, talent identification, and brand alignment.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen Thom Browne’s cultural visibility through proactive relationship building, gifting, special projects, appearances, and strategic partnerships.
• Collaborate closely with Press, Digital, Marketing, Events, Design, Merchandising, Sales, and regional teams to ensure alignment around key brand initiatives and messaging.
• Collaborate closely with members of the VIP team, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members and contributing to a supportive, high-performing team environment.
• Partner with the broader VIP team to ensure seamless execution of VIP operations, including sample management, fittings, alterations, logistics, gifting, and related day-to-day needs.
• Support VIP gifting initiatives, events, special projects, and celebrity appearances from strategy through execution.
• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of VIP placements, social media impact, earned media value, and relevant performance metrics.
• Partner with Digital and Communications teams on VIP-related content opportunities and storytelling initiatives.
• Prepare VIP recaps, presentations, competitive analyses, talent recommendations, and strategic updates for leadership.

SKILLS

• 5+ years of experience in VIP Relations, PR, Communications, or a closely related role within luxury fashion.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Fashion, or a related field.
• Established and active relationships with leading celebrity stylists, talent representatives, publicists, and entertainment industry contacts, with a demonstrated ability to cultivate new relationships.
• Demonstrated experience securing and managing high-impact celebrity dressing and VIP placements.
• Strong understanding of the celebrity and stylist landscape, with an instinct for identifying both established and emerging talent relevant to the brand.
• Experience with organic influencer strategy, talent cultivation, and relationship development strongly preferred; broader influencer marketing experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of luxury fashion, entertainment, media, digital platforms, social media, and evolving cultural trends.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, relationship-management, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority opportunities simultaneously.
• Experience with Fashion GPS, Launchmetrics, or similar industry platforms strongly preferred.
• Strong reporting capabilities with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and operational processes.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• A natural relationship builder with strong credibility within the stylist, celebrity, and entertainment communities and a genuine passion for cultivating relationships over time.
• Has excellent instincts around talent and culture and understands who is relevant to Thom Browne - not simply who is currently visible.
• Strategic thinker with a strong understanding of how VIP dressing, relationships, organic influence, and cultural moments contribute to brand equity and business objectives.
• Proactive and opportunity-driven, with the ability to generate meaningful VIP placements and relationships rather than relying solely on inbound opportunities.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to execute at a high level in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative and comfortable working across teams, regions, and levels of seniority.
• Demonstrates leadership and mentorship capabilities and is invested in supporting the development and growth of junior team members.
• Resourceful, solutions-oriented, and comfortable independently driving projects from concept through execution.
• Exercises excellent judgment and discretion when handling confidential information and high-profile relationships.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Salary Range is $115,000 - $130,000 + target bonus. Please note that compensation will be offered based on relevant skills and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package and company uniform.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) company match.