Business Development Executive – Casting

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Business Development Executive expanding Backstage’s entertainment casting marketplace. Building employer relationships, driving job postings, partnerships, and long-term customer adoption across New York City.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Business Development and Account Management within the B2B SaaS landscape, with a strong focus on client engagement, customer retention strategies, and data-driven decision-making. Proficient in utilizing online casting and hiring technology to enhance client experiences and drive platform growth.

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Business DevelopmentAccount ManagementB2B SaaS ExperienceCustomer Retention StrategiesAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Client EngagementData AnalysisProject ManagementTechnical AcuityConsultative SellingLead GenerationPerformance MeasurementMarket ResearchStrategic PlanningCustomer Support

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem SolvingCustomer EmpathyAutonomyAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Online Casting TechnologyHiring TechnologyCRM SoftwareData Reporting ToolsPresentation Software

Industry Keywords

Casting DirectorsProducersTalent AgentsMarketing AgenciesNetworking EventsClient SuccessConsultative PitchesStrategic PartnershipsEducational FacilitiesCreative Directors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Grow the number of clients posting and engaging with jobs and casting calls on Backstage, Mandy, and StarNow
Identify and reach out to new leads and create consultative pitches tailored to employer type and market needs
Manage the business development pipeline and convert leads in a timely manner
Produce annual roadmaps with targets and outreach strategies to drive job posting and platform growth
Develop and implement strategies to convert new clients into long-term users and advocates
Research and analyze the casting landscape and assigned regions and verticals
Onboard new clients and guide them on platform best practices
Provide reports and insights for employers, markets, and verticals
Organize and lead meetings, presentations, and product demos
Attend networking events and meet employers in person and remotely
Analyze performance measurements, reporting, and strategic roadmaps to ensure measurable ROI
Develop customer-retention strategies
Analyze strategic partnerships with unions, associations, organizations, influencers, and commercial entities
Build lead-generation lists and relationships with schools and educational facilities; provide demos and talent recruitment advice
Represent the business at conferences, expos, networking events, and industry events
Collaborate with account management, content curation, product, and marketing teams
Report to Backstage's Business Development Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional experience working with casting directors, producers, directors, creative directors, talent agents, and/or marketing or advertising agencies required
Demonstrated experience in Account Management, Business Development, or Client Success
High-velocity B2B SaaS technology or marketplace experience strongly preferred
Deep customer empathy and ability to solve customer pain points
Experience with customer support and segmentation
Ability to strategize effective communication and positioning for unique customer segments
Technical acuity and ability to understand, utilize, and explain online casting and hiring technology
Ability to translate technical language to a non-technical audience
Strong analytical skills, including assembling and interpreting data, creating executive summaries, and delivering actionable insights
Advanced written and verbal communication skills adaptable to different personalities and seniority levels
Excellent project management skills
Ability to work autonomously, maintain detailed records, and respond attentively to client communication
Proven ability to solve a wide variety of unstructured challenges
Must be based in New York City for this role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Health and wellness programs
Employee discounts
Base compensation of $65,000-$75,000 plus commission
On-target earnings (OTE) of $84,500-$97,500 annually