Sponsorships & Partnerships Director

FORDHAM University

New York, Northern (NY, KY)

Hybrid

USD 72,000 - 89,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition remission

Generous time off

Job summary

Fordham University’s WFUV is seeking a strategic leader to serve as Director of Sponsorships and Partnership Solutions. Reporting to the General Manager of WFUV, this role grows revenue through mission-aligned partnerships with brands, cultural institutions, and community groups, transforming underwriting into a holistic Sponsorship & Partnership program across on-air, digital, events and activations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in media sponsorship or brand strategy, a proven revenue track

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in media sponsorship, advertising sales, partnership development, or brand strategy.
Experience managing and mentoring staff in a mission-driven, collaborative environment.
Proven track record of achieving or exceeding revenue goals and developing creative sponsorship solutions.

Responsibilities

Develops and executes a comprehensive Sponsorship & Partnership Strategy across on-air, digital, and live event platforms.
Redefines underwriting as a mission-based brand partnership with audience engagement.
Prospects, pitches, and closes sponsorship opportunities as a primary seller.
Designs integrated packages combining on-air credits, digital sponsorships, podcasts, newsletters, events, and activations.
Creates a Sponsorship Playbook with insights, pricing, case studies, and cross-platform inventory.
Collaborates with Digital and Marketing teams to expand sponsorship inventory.