Client Director, Sponsorship (Entertainment)

TL;DR

Client Director, Sponsorship (Entertainment): Driving sponsorship revenue across a global portfolio of live experiences with an accent on strategic brand partnerships and integrated commercial solutions. Focus on prospecting, negotiating, and closing high-value partnerships with C-suite executives and global agencies.

Location: Onsite in New York

Salary: $110,000 – $130,000 base

Company

A leading global tech platform for culture and live entertainment that democratizes access to experiences through data-driven technology.

What you will do

• Build and manage a robust pipeline of prospective brand partners to consistently exceed sponsorship revenue targets.
• Pitch and close new sponsorship opportunities across hirify.global Originals, touring exhibitions, concerts, and official partnerships.
• Develop bespoke commercial proposals by collaborating with internal Marketing, Content, Media, and Operations teams.
• Lead the complete sales cycle from initial outreach and discovery to negotiation and deal closure.
• Maintain senior-level relationships with brand marketers, media agencies, and procurement teams.
• Track sales activity, forecasting, and pipeline accuracy within Salesforce.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in sponsorship sales, partnerships, media sales, or experiential marketing.
• Proven track record of exceeding revenue targets and closing six- and seven-figure deals.
• Established network of brand marketers, agency partners, and senior decision-makers.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for pitching to C-suite executives.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to develop value-driven partnership solutions.
• Must be based in New York (Onsite).

Culture & Benefits

• Compensation package including base salary, stock options, and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive private health, dental, and vision insurance with Cigna.
• Tax-advantaged programs including HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Commuter Benefits.
• Employee-funded 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible parental leave providing 8 weeks at 100% pay after 3 months of service.
• 40% discount on hirify.global events and a free Candlelight voucher.