Real Chemistry
(starpower) Senior Director, Business Development – Entertainment & Influencer
Real Chemistry, New York, New York, us, 10261
Senior Director, Business Development – Entertainment & Influencer
Water Street – New York
Job Overview We’re looking for a dynamic, well-connected, and strategic Business Development professional to join our team in New York City. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of culture, talent, and brand innovation, and who can build meaningful partnerships that drive revenue and cultural impact.
What you’ll do
Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with brands, agencies, and entertainment partners.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with brand managers, CMOs, talent agents, and entertainment executives.
Collaborate to create compelling pitch materials, proposals, and tailored activation strategies.
Lead client discovery meetings to understand marketing goals and identify opportunities for talent‑led campaigns.
Manage the sales pipeline and CRM system, providing regular reporting on progress, forecasts, and conversion metrics.
Represent the agency at key industry events, festivals, and networking functions to expand visibility and forge new connections.
Stay ahead of entertainment, pop culture, and influencer trends to proactively suggest innovative partnerships and campaign opportunities.
Coordinate with legal and finance teams to structure deals, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with all partnership terms.
Qualifications
10+ years of business development or sales experience, preferably in entertainment, influencer marketing, or brand partnerships.
Deep understanding of the entertainment industry ecosystem.
Strong network of decision‑makers at brands, agencies, and talent management firms.
Proven track record of closing high‑value deals and growing client accounts.
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to pitch complex ideas clearly.
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Self‑starter with a strategic mindset and entrepreneurial spirit.
Who you are
Creative: You spot connections others miss and turn them into magnetic ideas.
Strategic: You love a clear insight and know how to build an idea around it.
Collaborative: You rally teams and clients to do their best work together.
Agile: You thrive in fast‑changing environments and see change as opportunity.
Pay Range $140,000.00–$175,000.00
Equal Opportunity Statement Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise. Applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates.
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Job Overview We’re looking for a dynamic, well-connected, and strategic Business Development professional to join our team in New York City. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of culture, talent, and brand innovation, and who can build meaningful partnerships that drive revenue and cultural impact.
What you’ll do
Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with brands, agencies, and entertainment partners.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with brand managers, CMOs, talent agents, and entertainment executives.
Collaborate to create compelling pitch materials, proposals, and tailored activation strategies.
Lead client discovery meetings to understand marketing goals and identify opportunities for talent‑led campaigns.
Manage the sales pipeline and CRM system, providing regular reporting on progress, forecasts, and conversion metrics.
Represent the agency at key industry events, festivals, and networking functions to expand visibility and forge new connections.
Stay ahead of entertainment, pop culture, and influencer trends to proactively suggest innovative partnerships and campaign opportunities.
Coordinate with legal and finance teams to structure deals, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with all partnership terms.
Qualifications
10+ years of business development or sales experience, preferably in entertainment, influencer marketing, or brand partnerships.
Deep understanding of the entertainment industry ecosystem.
Strong network of decision‑makers at brands, agencies, and talent management firms.
Proven track record of closing high‑value deals and growing client accounts.
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to pitch complex ideas clearly.
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Self‑starter with a strategic mindset and entrepreneurial spirit.
Who you are
Creative: You spot connections others miss and turn them into magnetic ideas.
Strategic: You love a clear insight and know how to build an idea around it.
Collaborative: You rally teams and clients to do their best work together.
Agile: You thrive in fast‑changing environments and see change as opportunity.
Pay Range $140,000.00–$175,000.00
Equal Opportunity Statement Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise. Applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates.
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