Responsibilities

• Lead brand partnership strategy and revenue generation across Talk2Me’s celebrity avatar roster
• Identify, source, and close sponsorship, endorsement, and integrated partnership deals with top brands
• Build and manage relationships with brand marketers, media agencies, talent agencies, and other key industry stakeholders
• Develop creative partnership concepts that align brand objectives with celebrity talent and audience engagement
• Negotiate deal terms, pricing, and partnership structures in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Partner closely with talent, talent representatives, and internal teams to ensure partnerships are authentic and aligned with brand and celebrity values
• Create and manage a strong pipeline of prospective partners and opportunities
• Represent Talk2Me in meetings, pitches, industry events, and relationship-building opportunities
• Track market trends, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities across brand sponsorships, influencer marketing, entertainment, and AI-driven media
• Help define partnership go-to-market strategy, sales materials, and category positioning

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in brand partnerships, sponsorships, talent partnerships, influencer marketing, entertainment marketing, or business development
• Proven track record of structuring and closing brand sponsorship and endorsement deals involving talent
• Strong existing network of senior brand marketers, agencies, and decision-makers across top consumer brands
• Deep understanding of how brands work with celebrities, creators, and entertainment properties
• Experience connecting brands with talent in a way that drives measurable business outcomes
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills
• Ability to operate strategically while also executing day to day
• Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort working in a fast-paced, early-stage environment
• Pain for entertainment, media, technology, and the future of AI-powered consumer experiences

Preferred

• Experience working with celebrity talent, talent agencies, managers, or entertainment-focused marketing teams
• Background in sponsorship sales, branded entertainment, endorsements, or creator partnerships
• Familiarity with emerging digital platforms, AI media, and next-generation advertising models