Senior Director, Brand Partnerships & Growth

The Independent; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The Independent seeks an entrepreneurial digital media sales leader in New York, hybrid work option. The role focuses on opening new business, selling integrated programs across franchises, talent, video, social, events and creator partnerships.

You will cultivate senior client and agency relationships and drive multi-quarter partnerships while maintaining a precise forecast in our CRM. We expect 8+ years in digital media sales, a proven ability to open new accounts, and a passion for shaping

Qualifications

• 8+ years in digital media sales or partnerships
• Proven track record with senior clients and agencies
• Experience selling integrated, custom programs, not just inventory

Responsibilities

• Open new business: prospect, pitch and close partners with a full pipeline
• Sell ideas, not inventory: lead with integrated programs
• Work across the NYC market building relationships with senior clients and non-traditional buyers
• Grow what you win: turn deals into multi-quarter partnerships
• Help build the playbook with editorial, studios, and marketing
• Run a tight business: maintain accurate pipeline and forecast in CRM

Skills

Hunter mindset

Senior client relationships

Entrepreneurial

Target-driven

Ability to sell integrated programs

Job description

The Independent seeks an entrepreneurial digital media sales leader in New York, hybrid work option. The role focuses on opening new business, selling integrated programs across franchises, talent, video, social, events and creator partnerships.

You will cultivate senior client and agency relationships and drive multi-quarter partnerships while maintaining a precise forecast in our CRM. We expect 8+ years in digital media sales, a proven ability to open new accounts, and a passion for shaping