Business Development Director

Overview

DSPolitical is hiring a Director of Business Development (BD) to solidify DSPolitical as the leader in targeted advertising for Democratic and progressive digital campaigns by growing our presence in the market.

We’re committed to recruiting team members from diverse backgrounds and experiences and encourage applicants of all races, colors, gender identities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, national and ethnic origins, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, and all backgrounds. DSPolitical is an equal-opportunity employer. Job offers are contingent on the results of a background check.

We’re always looking for exceptional people to join our team. If this sounds like you, please apply!

About The Position

This role is part of the BD department at DSPolitical and will hunt for new opportunities, demonstrate a passion for our mission, and possess strong writing skills and financial acumen to develop, analyze, and improve performance. This position is intended to be highly collaborative with other members of Business Development, the C-suite, and heads of other departments.

Essential Attributes And Experience

• 5+ years of experience in political technology and / or campaigns or media sales experience.
• Significant experience writing proposals, networking and sourcing new business, and pitching to current and potential clients.
• Proven success in reaching and exceeding sales goals.
• Client-focused attitude with a collaborative problem-solving approach.
• Successful track record of new client outreach through cold calls and emails.
• Experience performing online demos and in-person pitches.
• Comfort and experience sourcing and following up on leads, and completing responses to RFPs.
• Ability to manage and maintain pre-existing relationships with a network of progressive allied organizations and Democratic media consultants.
• Commitment to progressive values and adherence to a high standard of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Proficiency in CRM tools, Salesforce preferred; familiarity with Google Apps and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to drive new revenue by developing relationships outside of DSPolitical’s current client base and strengthening existing client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Authorized to work in the United States legally.

Our ideal candidate may also have extensive experience in some or all of the following :

Benefits

This position is remote-friendly. Work hours are typically 10 : 00 a.m. to 6 : 00 p.m. Monday – Friday, with the expectation that evening and weekend work will be required as necessary.

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