Senior Business Development and Partnership Manager

First Entertainment Credit Union

Sr. Business Development Manager leading CineFi growth initiatives through B2B partnerships in Atlanta.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute market-entry and growth strategies leveraging a balanced mix of B2B partnerships and B2C community-driven acquisition in targeted markets that may be extended to other regions over time.
Own the end-to-end B2B partnership lifecycle, including prospecting, pitching, negotiation, and renewals across film, TV, digital media, and entertainment-adjacent sectors.
Build and manage a lead-generation engine spanning both individual creators and strategic accounts, with clear targets for lead quality, conversion, and retention.
Lead cross-functional go-to-market planning with marketing, product, and operations, tailoring partnership offerings to Atlanta’s creative ecosystem.
Identify and close scalable partnerships, including multi-year relationships and co-marketing agreements, that drive member acquisition, retention, and brand visibility.
Structure partnership proposals inclusive of value propositions, activation plans, and success metrics; coordinate internal reviews with Legal/Compliance as needed.
Develop sponsorship packages and secure event and program sponsorships in partnership with marketing, ensuring brand alignment and measurable outcomes.
Manage strategic partner relationships post-close and identify expansion opportunities.
Serve as a trusted local ambassador and spokesperson, representing the brand in media, panels, community forums, and on-camera engagements as needed.
Partner with local nonprofits, film schools, unions, and coworking/production spaces to build repeatable programming and referral pathways.
Build relationships with key B2B stakeholders, influential local figures, media outlets, and content creators to expand brand influence and trust.
Collaborate with marketing and social teams to amplify partnerships, events, and creator stories, ensuring the brand reflects Atlanta’s creative culture.
Deliver compelling presentations and workshops for partner organizations and community events, tailoring content to both creator and business audiences.
Provide market-specific insights to guide sponsorships, influencer collaborations, and creator-focused campaigns.
Own market forecasting and performance reporting, tracking KPIs such as partnerships closed, activation performance, conversion, event ROI, and community reach.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
6+ years of progressive experience in business development, partnerships, or community-led growth, preferably within creative industries, fintech, or tech startups, with ownership of complex, multi-stakeholder relationships.
Strong knowledge of and/or deep ties to Atlanta’s creative economy, including music, film/TV production, and the gig workforce; existing relationships with local organizations a strong plus.
Proven ability to launch initiatives and partnerships in new or developing markets.
Demonstrated success negotiating and closing partnership agreements, including activation plans, metrics, renewals, and collaboration with Legal/Compliance as needed.
Experience building sponsorship programs, strategic alliances, or channel partnerships that drive measurable acquisition or revenue impact.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, including strong public speaking ability and comfort representing the brand externally (panels, media, on-camera, or broadcast opportunities).
Media relations experience (press, broadcast, podcasts, or creator channels) and/or prior spokesperson responsibilities preferred.
Experience within entertainment production, talent management, union work, or creative services strongly preferred.
Familiarity with the financial needs of freelancers, artists, and gig workers.
Ability to lift and transport event materials (up to 40 lbs.) on an occasional basis.
Willingness to travel for events and meetings in various markets (including occasional travel to HQ in Los Angeles) and flexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed to support events, partner engagements, and media opportunities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Develop and execute market-entry and growth strategies leveraging a balanced mix of B2B partnerships and B2C community-driven acquisition in targeted markets that may be extended to other regions over time.
Own the end-to-end B2B partnership lifecycle, including prospecting, pitching, negotiation, and renewals across film, TV, digital media, and entertainment-adjacent sectors.
Build and manage a lead-generation engine spanning both individual creators and strategic accounts, with clear targets for lead quality, conversion, and retention.
Lead cross-functional go-to-market planning with marketing, product, and operations, tailoring partnership offerings to Atlanta’s creative ecosystem.
Identify and close scalable partnerships, including multi-year relationships and co-marketing agreements, that drive member acquisition, retention, and brand visibility.
Structure partnership proposals inclusive of value propositions, activation plans, and success metrics; coordinate internal reviews with Legal/Compliance as needed.
Develop sponsorship packages and secure event and program sponsorships in partnership with marketing, ensuring brand alignment and measurable outcomes.
Manage strategic partner relationships post-close and identify expansion opportunities.
Serve as a trusted local ambassador and spokesperson, representing the brand in media, panels, community forums, and on-camera engagements as needed.
Partner with local nonprofits, film schools, unions, and coworking/production spaces to build repeatable programming and referral pathways.
Build relationships with key B2B stakeholders, influential local figures, media outlets, and content creators to expand brand influence and trust.
Collaborate with marketing and social teams to amplify partnerships, events, and creator stories, ensuring the brand reflects Atlanta’s creative culture.
Deliver compelling presentations and workshops for partner organizations and community events, tailoring content to both creator and business audiences.
Provide market-specific insights to guide sponsorships, influencer collaborations, and creator-focused campaigns.
Own market forecasting and performance reporting, tracking KPIs such as partnerships closed, activation performance, conversion, event ROI, and community reach. 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
6+ years of progressive experience in business development, partnerships, or community-led growth, preferably within creative industries, fintech, or tech startups, with ownership of complex, multi-stakeholder relationships.
Strong knowledge of and/or deep ties to Atlanta’s creative economy, including music, film/TV production, and the gig workforce; existing relationships with local organizations a strong plus.
Proven ability to launch initiatives and partnerships in new or developing markets.
Demonstrated success negotiating and closing partnership agreements, including activation plans, metrics, renewals, and collaboration with Legal/Compliance as needed.
Experience building sponsorship programs, strategic alliances, or channel partnerships that drive measurable acquisition or revenue impact.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, including strong public speaking ability and comfort representing the brand externally (panels, media, on-camera, or broadcast opportunities).
Media relations experience (press, broadcast, podcasts, or creator channels) and/or prior spokesperson responsibilities preferred.
Experience within entertainment production, talent management, union work, or creative services strongly preferred.
Familiarity with the financial needs of freelancers, artists, and gig workers.
Ability to lift and transport event materials (up to 40 lbs.) on an occasional basis.
Willingness to travel for events and meetings in various markets (including occasional travel to HQ in Los Angeles) and flexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed to support events, partner engagements, and media opportunities. Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score Similar Jobs Account Supervisor 🔥 12 minutes ago Pathfind 11 - 50 🎯 Recruiter 🤝 B2B Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Account Supervisor managing client partnerships for Pathfinders, a marketing agency. Leading teams while shaping strategy and ensuring delivery in client relationships. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $70k - $90k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💰 Account Manager Regional Relationship Manager 🔥 14 minutes ago Lessen 501 - 1000 🏠 Real Estate ☁️ SaaS 🏢 Enterprise Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Regional Relationship Manager at Lessen managing vendor relationships in property services industry. Driving profitable business results through vendor negotiations and performance analysis. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💰 Debt Financing on 2023-01 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💰 Account Manager 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Chapter Relations Manager 🔥 1 hour ago ISC2 201 - 500 🔒 Cybersecurity 📚 Education ☁️ SaaS Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Oversee ISC2 chapters worldwide, enhancing member engagement through strategic initiatives and collaboration. Manage programs and communication for ISC2's chapter functions effectively. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💰 Account Manager Account Manager – Endoscopy 🔥 1 hour ago Medtronic 10,000+ employees ⚕️ Healthcare Insurance Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Remote Account Manager at Medtronic driving sales and adoption of endoscopy products. Collaborating with healthcare professionals and delivering clinical knowledge for optimal product use. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $51.5k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💰 Account Manager 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Territory Manager, Neurovascular 🔥 1 hour ago Medtronic 10,000+ employees ⚕️ Healthcare Insurance Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Territory Manager driving sales of Medtronic's Neurovascular products in Washington DC. Building long-term relationships and achieving annual sales objectives in assigned territory. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $123k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💰 Account Manager 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor View More Account Manager Jobs 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

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Hard Skills & Tools

business developmentpartnership managementlead generationmarket forecastingperformance reportingnegotiationsponsorship program developmentactivation planningKPI trackingcommunity-led growth

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsrelationship buildingpublic speakingpresentation skillscollaborationnegotiationtrust buildingadaptabilityleadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in CommunicationsBachelor’s degree in MarketingBachelor’s degree in Business