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Director, Brand Partnerships - Leading Podcast and Premium Entertainment Brand

This is a role with one of our clients and not with Monarch Recruiting itself

Director of Brand Partnerships

We are seeking a Director of Brand Partnerships to join a dynamic and fast-growing podcast media company.

About Us

We are a podcast-driven media company dedicated to delivering compelling and impactful storytelling. Our mission is to tell stories that matter, with empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Our team is composed of passionate individuals who take pride in creating meaningful content while striving to positively impact the lives of others.

Our organization values excellence, integrity, and advocacy. We support our people by fostering a collaborative environment and investing in their professional growth. If you’re driven, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this could be the perfect fit for you.

About the Role

As the Director of Brand Partnerships , you will spearhead efforts to cultivate, maintain, and grow strategic relationships with brand partners. Your role will be critical in driving authentic, mission-aligned collaborations that deliver value for both the organization and its audience. You’ll oversee the development of new partnerships, optimize revenue strategies, and ensure seamless integration of brand initiatives across teams.

What You’ll Do

1. Drive Strategic Partnerships: Build and nurture long-term relationships with brand partners that align with the organization’s mission and values.
2. Engage Key Partners: Conduct regular meetings with top brand partners to understand and support their advertising goals.
3. Market Analysis: Continuously assess the marketplace to identify opportunities for partnerships and maintain a list of high-value prospects.
4. Strategic Outreach: Proactively establish relationships with potential partners, positioning the organization as a high-value collaborator.
5. Gatekeeping: Ensure partnerships align with the organization’s platform integrity and mission.
6. Brand Visibility: Enhance visibility through strategic partnerships and support brand positioning initiatives in collaboration with marketing.
7. Ad Inventory Management: Manage ad inventory to maximize revenue and optimize ad performance.
8. Revenue Strategy: Develop and implement revenue strategies to elevate CPM and enhance listener experiences.
9. Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to maintain alignment and prioritize the audience experience.
10. Custom Campaigns: Work with external partners and internal stakeholders to develop and execute custom ad campaigns.
11. Contract Management: Oversee and manage contract renewal processes to ensure seamless continuity and compliance.

What You’ll Bring to the Table

1. Strategic Leadership: Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain high-value partnerships.
2. Industry Insight: Expertise in identifying trends and applying them to enhance value propositions.
3. Relationship Management: Proven success in cultivating long-term relationships with key partners.
4. Revenue Growth: Experience in implementing strategies that maximize CPM and optimize ad spend.
5. Collaboration: Strong cross-functional team collaboration skills to align initiatives with strategic goals.
6. Market Knowledge: Ability to identify and engage with potential partners to drive growth.
7. Innovation: A fresh perspective and creative problem-solving skills to elevate partnerships.
8. Listener Focus: A commitment to prioritizing the audience experience in all initiatives.

What We Offer

1. Leadership development opportunities for all team members.
2. A culture that values mental health and promotes work-life balance.
3. A supportive and collaborative team environment.
4. An inclusive workplace that values diverse experiences and backgrounds.
5. Competitive base salary and bonus incentives.
6. Benefits contribution and a 401(k) retirement plan with a match.
7. Generous paid time off.
8. Opportunities to work on leading projects within the industry.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales, Marketing, and Advertising

Industries

Technology, Information and Media, Marketing Services, and Technology, Information and Internet

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