Business Development Manager Campus Media

The Legends Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic media company is seeking a Business Development Manager for Campus Media to drive new business and manage key media agency relationships. This role focuses on expanding brand visibility across out-of-home, TTL, and ATL channels. The ideal candidate will have 4–6 years of experience in media sales, showcasing strong presentation and negotiation skills. You will connect brands with the student market, negotiate strategic partnerships, and represent the brand at industry events. Competitive salary ranges from R30,000 to R70,000 per month based on experience.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years experience in media sales, advertising, or brand partnerships.
• Proven track record in securing new business and managing agency relationships.
• Experience selling OOH, TTL, or digital media solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a pipeline of new business opportunities within the youth and student marketing space.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with media agencies, clients, and brand teams.
• Pitch innovative media solutions across out-of-home, digital, and experiential platforms.
• Prepare tailored proposals and presentations aligned to client objectives.
• Negotiate and close strategic partnerships and long-term deals.
• Track sales performance and market trends to identify growth areas.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth campaign delivery.
• Represent the brand at client meetings, activations, and industry events.

Skills

Media sales experience

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial savvy

Job description

Business Development Manager Campus Media

Join a dynamic out-of-home media company connecting top brands with the student market.

Gauteng | R30,000 to R70,000 per month (based on experience, skill, and current package)

About Our Client

Our client is a leading media solutions company specialising in out-of-home, digital, and experiential marketing across South Africa's university campuses and student hubs. They're known for delivering creative, high-impact campaigns that connect brands to young, influential audiences. With a collaborative, high-performance culture, this company empowers its people to grow their networks, innovate in the media space, and shape how brands speak to the next generation.

The Role: Business Development Manager, Campus Media

This role is focused on driving new business, managing key media agency relationships, and expanding the company's footprint across OOH, TTL, and ATL channels. Youll identify growth opportunities, craft compelling proposals, and close strategic deals that strengthen brand visibility across student and youth markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage a pipeline of new business opportunities within the youth and student marketing space
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with media agencies, clients, and brand teams
• Pitch innovative media solutions across out-of-home, digital, and experiential platforms
• Prepare tailored proposals and presentations aligned to client objectives
• Negotiate and close strategic partnerships and long-term deals
• Track sales performance and market trends to identify growth areas
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth campaign delivery
• Represent the brand at client meetings, activations, and industry events

About You

• 4–6 years experience in media sales, advertising, or brand partnerships
• Proven track record in securing new business and managing agency relationships
• Experience selling OOH, TTL, or digital media solutions
• Confident, outgoing and commercially savvy
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills
• Self-driven with a passion for youth marketing and innovative brand engagement