Desktop Support Specialist

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About the Opportunity

This is a fast-growing startup at the center of the creator economy. The team of 80+ is working towards defining the standard for talent management and marketing in an era of new media dominated by digital-first entertainers.

The management infrastructure mirrors the depth of attention given to the world’s biggest cultural and entertainment icons, and previously reserved for artists in traditional arenas of entertainment. Today, it services a roster of 200+ creators and influencers with a combined following of 1B+ serving over 45.8B impressions monthly. Creators have starred in Super Bowl commercials, launched national brands, and have been featured in nearly every major publication.

The marketing agency executes strategy for some of the most influential brands and organizations in the world, including: The Biden White House, Amazon, simplehuman, and the Gates Foundation. 42% of Americans under the age of 40 are no longer accessible through traditional marketing channels – the organization enables them to speak to those audiences. The marketing team has been recognized with 5 Shorty Impact Awards, and has advised three US Presidents on the future of the internet.

The Role

The organization is seeking a Desktop Support Specialist to serve as a foundational member of its internal technology function. This role will provide day-to-day technical support, optimize systems (including Google Workspace), and help evolve IT processes.

This individual will act as both hands-on support and a process improver — ensuring the team has reliable, secure, and scalable technology infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone early-to-mid career who thrives in startup environments, enjoys solving problems in real time, and is excited about supporting a fast-paced team in the entertainment and creator economy space.

Key Responsibilities

Desktop & End-User Support

• Provide day-to-day technical support for employees across hardware, software, and SaaS platforms
• Troubleshoot macOS systems, peripherals, conferencing tools, and network connectivity
• Manage device provisioning, onboarding, and offboarding processes
• Maintain asset inventory and lifecycle tracking

Google Workspace & Systems Optimization

• Administer and optimize Google Workspace (user management, permissions, security policies, automation)
• Improve file structures, permissions governance, and operational efficiency
• Evaluate and recommend workflow improvements across internal tools

IT Operations & Vendor Management

• Serve as primary point of contact for IT vendors and managed service providers
• Help evaluate outsourced IT support options and recommend scalable solutions
• Coordinate hardware purchasing, warranty claims, and service contracts
• Strengthen backup systems and reduce single points of failure within IT operations

Process Improvement & Documentation

• Document SOPs for onboarding, offboarding, device management, and security protocols
• Identify inefficiencies in current processes and implement improvements
• Support light security best practices (2FA enforcement, access controls, device policies)

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in desktop support, IT support, or IT operations (startup experience preferred)
• Experience administering Google Workspace in a business environment
• Strong working knowledge of macOS environments
• Experience supporting and administering HubSpot (user management, permissions, integrations, and troubleshooting) in a business environment.
• Experience managing SaaS tools and supporting remote teams
• Comfortable managing vendors and external service providers
• Strong documentation and process-oriented mindset
• Calm, solutions-oriented temperament with excellent interpersonal skills
• Interest in entertainment, media, or the creator economy is a plus

The hiring company is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.