Director, Event Sales & Partnerships

Responsibilities

• Drive new sponsorship revenue across CNBC’s global events portfolio
• Work cross-functionally to pitch custom, high-impact partnership programs to prospective sponsors
• Work closely with sponsors through the lifecycle of the sale and event to ensure the sponsor’s expectations are met
• Conceive lucrative and editorially compelling event concepts
• Identify and pitch potential sponsors to deliver new revenue to CNBC Events, Television and Digital properties

Requirements

• 5+ years in event sales, media sales, or partnerships
• Proven track record closing sponsorship deals
• Ability to meet or exceed annual revenue targets through direct sponsorship sales
• Established network of senior client contacts
• Experience with a cross-platform approach to event sales (Digital and Television)
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience selling into the Financial Services category
• Strong presentation skills with a dynamic, credible presence among senior client decision-makers
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Various discounts and perks