Affiliate Marketing Manager

Job Description

Department : Growth / Partnerships

Reports To : Director of Marketing or Head of Growth

About Keymik

Keymik is a fast-growing digital marketing agency based in Buckhead, Atlanta, focused on helping bold brands break through using strategy, storytelling, and partnerships. We’re building out our affiliate marketing program to drive measurable growth for us and our clients — and we’re looking for an Affiliate Marketing Manager to own and grow that channel from the ground up.

Position Summary

We’re seeking a motivated and results-driven Affiliate Marketing Manager to lead our affiliate acquisition, management, and growth strategy. This is a commission-based role for the first 3 months with base + commission starting in month 4 — ideal for someone who thrives in a performance-based environment and is ready to build something meaningful with the support of a creative agency team behind them.

Key Responsibilities

Build and scale Keymik’s affiliate marketing program from scratch

Recruit and onboard new affiliates, influencers, and referral partners

Manage ongoing relationships with affiliates : support, communication, optimization

Develop commission structures, incentives, and partner tiers

Track performance metrics : traffic, conversions, revenue, ROI

Use affiliate platforms (or set one up) to manage tracking and reporting

Collaborate with design and content teams to equip affiliates with branded assets

Monitor compliance, fraud, and FTC guidelines

Optimize affiliate performance through testing, segmentation, and incentives

Stay on top of affiliate marketing trends, tools, and best practices

Requirements

2+ years of experience in affiliate marketing, partnerships, or performance marketing

Proven track record of recruiting and growing affiliate programs

Experience with affiliate software platforms

Strong understanding of digital marketing funnels and attribution

Comfortable working independently and in a fast-paced agency environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience launching an affiliate program from scratch

Prior work in a marketing agency, SaaS, or eCommerce setting

Familiarity with influencer partnerships as part of affiliate strategy

Understanding of compliance, terms, and FTC disclosure requirements

Benefits

Compensation Structure

First 3 months : Commission-only (uncapped earnings based on performance)

After 3 months : Base salary + continued commission

Performance reviewed monthly with potential for early transition based on results

High-earning potential tied directly to new affiliate signups and revenue growth

Perks (Post-Probation / After 3 Months)

Base salary + uncapped commission

Hybrid work setup in Buckhead

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

PTO and holidays

Work alongside a driven, creative, and collaborative team

Requirements

Affiliate Strategy : Define and execute a scalable affiliate program that aligns with business goals, covering lead generation, revenue contribution, and CAC targets. Partner Ecosystem : Identify, recruit, and nurture a high-quality network of affiliates—including influencers, publishers, and niche content creators. Program Operations : Own the affiliate platform (e.g., PartnerStack, Impact, ShareASale) and manage end-to-end program execution, including onboarding, contracts, commissions, and compliance. Performance Optimization : Monitor KPIs across traffic, leads, conversion rates, and LTV.