Lead brand-direct sales conversations from first meeting through to close
Pitch new business, respond to RFPs, and proactively open new brand relationship
Secure long-term brand retainers (12–24 months) and repeat partnerships
Turn ambiguous brand challenges into clear, compelling commercial solutions
Act as a strategic partner to brands, embedding yourself early in their planning process
Ask smart, challenging questions and confidently push back when needed
Translate brand objectives into media, content, and insight-led opportunities
Sell intangible value — influence, storytelling, relevance, credibility
Bring a strong creative point of view to every pitch and conversation
Connect cultural moments, media narratives, and brand messaging
Stay ahead of trends across media, PR, content, and new platforms
Help shape what brands should be talking about, not just what they ask for
Take ownership of a portfolio of key brand accounts
Grow accounts commercially through upsell, cross-sell, and strategic expansion
Ensure clients feel challenged, inspired, and well looked after
Partner with leadership on commercial strategy and positioning
Help elevate how the business talks about its value to brands
Be commercially opinionated while collaborative and culturally aligned

Has sold media solutions, partnerships, or brand storytelling, not just products
Is comfortable with complexity and ambiguity
Enjoys shaping ideas and closing deals
Wants autonomy, influence, and real growth opportunity
Senior-level experience selling brand-direct solutions
Background in media, publishing, platforms, PR-led environments, or content partnerships
Proven success with consultative selling and long sales cycles
Experience pitching, responding to RFPs, and closing retainers
Strong creative instincts paired with commercial discipline
Comfortable pushing back, reframing objections, and turning “no” into “yes”
Deep understanding of the current and evolving media landscape

Medical and dental
401(k) with company matching
Vacation day accrual (which increases with your time at Talker)
Day off for your birthday
Fully remote, or if you’re in the tri-state area, an option for a hybrid-style work environment
$300 WFH stipend + a company-issued MacBook

Senior Brand Partnerships Manager

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