Business Development & Creative Partnerships Manager Job at JACOB MEDIA in Los A
JACOB MEDIA, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90079
Location: Los Angeles, CA (with travel as needed)
Job Type: Full-Time
Jacob Media is a creative agency built for the social-first era, founded by industry leader Jacob Riglin. We specialize in high-impact storytelling and content production, delivering scroll-stopping creative work that drives real results.
From concept to execution, we handle ideation, strategy, production, post-production, and distribution, ensuring brands get the most out of their investment. Our agile, streamlined approach allows us to execute large-scale productions efficiently, eliminating traditional agency overhead while maintaining the highest quality.
Our client roster includes Bugatti, Marriott Bonvoy, Lamborghini, Etihad, and more, proving our ability to create world-class content that performs across social, digital, TV, and OOH.
We are now focused on scaling significantly—expanding our network, increasing deal flow, and solidifying our position as the go-to creative partner for brands looking to dominate social media.
We’re looking for a Business Development and Creative Partnerships Manager who can take our growth to the next level, securing high-value deals and forging long-term strategic partnerships.
This is a growth-focused role designed for a high-energy, results-driven leader who knows how to sell creative services, build lasting brand relationships, and drive revenue.
As our Business Development and Creative Partnerships Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Expanding Jacob Media’s presence and revenue by securing high-value partnerships with brands and agencies.
- Leveraging your existing network of industry contacts to bring in new business.
- Identifying, pitching, and closing multi-campaign deals with brands in luxury, travel, hospitality, lifestyle, automotive, and tech.
- Developing a scalable growth strategy, tapping into RFP opportunities and expanding our long-term brand collaborations.
- Positioning Jacob Media as a must-have partner for companies looking for standout, social-first creative work.
This isn’t just about sales—it’s about strategy, innovation, and positioning Jacob Media as the premier creative agency for globally recognised brands
- Drive significant revenue growth by securing high-value clients in Los Angeles and across the U.S.
- Build and execute a scalable new business strategy to expand our client base and project pipeline.
- Leverage your network of marketing decision-makers, agency contacts, and brand executives to generate leads and close major deals.
- Pursue RFPs and strategic partnerships that align with Jacob Media’s expertise in social-first content.
- Develop and deliver powerful pitches, proposals, and presentations to land new accounts.
- Focus on securing multi-campaign and long-term contracts with premium brands.
- Serve as the primary business lead for high-profile clients, ensuring exceptional service and strong relationships.
- Collaborate closely with clients to develop creative content solutions that align with their marketing objectives.
- Maintain and grow long-term relationships, positioning Jacob Media as their go-to creative partner.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging platforms, and shifts in brand content strategies.
- Identify market gaps and opportunities, presenting innovative solutions that set Jacob Media apart from competitors.
- Shape the agency’s business development roadmap, ensuring sustainable growth and expansion.
- Work alongside our creative and production teams to ensure client vision is executed flawlessly.
- Identify and connect with local talent, vendors, and production resources to support seamless execution.
- Bridge the gap between clients and internal teams, ensuring all projects are delivered on time and at the highest standard.
- Demonstrated ability to identify, pursue, and close high-value deals.
- Strong track record in business development and sales, with measurable revenue growth success.
- Experience navigating agency and brand partnerships, securing multi-campaign collaborations.
- Ability to articulate Jacob Media’s unique value proposition and differentiate us from competitors.
- Strong grasp of social-first storytelling and digital content performance.
- Forward-thinking mindset to scale Jacob Media’s business effectively.
- Deep connections in the Los Angeles market—relationships with marketing executives, agencies, and brand decision-makers.
- Experience working with luxury, travel, lifestyle, automotive, and tech brands.
- Familiarity with RFP processes and securing strategic brand partnerships.
- A self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, able to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills to drive long-term partnerships.
- Highly organized with exceptional project management skills to handle multiple clients and campaigns simultaneously.
- A leadership role in Jacob Media’s rapid expansion —the opportunity to make a major impact.
- Competitive salary + performance-based incentives tied to revenue and deal closures.
- The chance to work with globally renowned brands and influence their creative strategy.
- A collaborative, high-energy team in a fast-growing creative agency.