Director, Brand Partnerships

Job Description: • Own and drive revenue growth across a portfolio of key brand and agency clients, developing and executing partnership strategies that align with business objectives. • Lead the end-to-end sales cycle, including opportunity identification, proposal development, pitching, negotiation, and deal closure for six- and seven-figure campaigns. • Develop and maintain senior-level relationships with brand decision-makers, agency partners, and media buyers to build long-term strategic alliances. • Identify emerging market opportunities by leveraging industry insights, creator trends, and performance data to develop innovative partnership packages and go-to-market concepts. • Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (Talent, Client Services, Legal, and Finance) to deliver integrated and high-impact client solutions. • Oversee RFP/RFI responses, ensuring that proposals reflect Evolved’s value proposition and showcase best-in-class creative solutions. • Contribute to strategic planning with the SVP of Brand Partnerships by shaping Evolved’s sales narrative, pricing strategy, and data-driven sales collateral. • Serve as a thought leader and mentor, guiding junior brand agents, sharing best practices, and representing Evolved at industry events and conferences. • Report on sales performance and forecast future revenue opportunities through CRM and performance analytics. Requirements: • 6+ years of experience in influencer marketing, brand partnerships, or digital media sales • Demonstrated success in securing high-value, multi-channel partnerships with leading global or national brands. • Extensive network of brand and agency relationships, particularly within gaming, lifestyle, tech, entertainment, and consumer brands. • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills with a track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets. • Deep understanding of digital content, creator partnerships, social platforms, and influencer ROI metrics. • Exceptional presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills with a consultative sales approach. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. • Proficiency with CRMs, Google Workspace Suite, and data-driven sales analysis. • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed. Benefits: • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • Unlimited PTO • 401K w/ Company Matching after one year of employment Apply tot his job