Director of Business Development Jobs

A Director of Business Development in the advertising industry is primarily responsible for formulating and implementing strategies that drive revenue growth. Their duties involve identifying potential business opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, and pitching advertising services. They collaborate with internal teams to develop proposals for clients, oversee the sales process, and monitor market trends. Additionally, they may also be involved in developing business plans and budgets, as well as analyzing and improving the company's sales strategies. They are instrumental in ensuring the company's financial growth and stability.

Some essential skills for this role include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, leadership, and negotiation skills. They must be comfortable with sales and marketing software, CRM systems, and data analysis tools. A strong understanding of the advertising marketplace, digital marketing trends, and consumer behavior is also required. While there aren't specific certifications needed for this role, a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is typically required, and a master's degree or an MBA is often preferred. Prior roles a person may hold before becoming a Director of Business Development include Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, or Account Executive in the advertising industry.

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The Weitz Company

Business Development Manager

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves....

SIGN ON BONUS -- $500!!!! APPLY TO LEARN MORE!!! Essentials Duties & Responsibilities: ยท Prospect and generate new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, and other...

Business Development Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 25 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 25 days ago

Media help partners understand the changing advertising landscape. Specialising in audience measurement, consumer targeting and in-depth intelligence into paid, owned and earned media, their...

Business Development Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Business Development Manager Location: Washington, DC Industry: Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) Pay: $85,000 base + commission (based on KPIs) + 2% of contract value...

Business Development Representative

  • Waxahachie, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Waxahachie, TX
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: Competitive salary Paid time off Training & development Business Development Representative Perks: Online Mobile Courses Flexible Scheduling Paid Training for Career Advancement...

Managing Director, New Business Lead

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

About Sia Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science,...

Business Development Manager

  • Reading, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 1 day ago

sales tools * Excellent presentation and communication skills * Comfort with frequent travel (80%) and ability to manage a national territory effectively * Self-motivated with ability to work independently...

Business Development Representative (Ngage DLS)

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Internet Brands, headquartered in El Segundo, Calif, is a fully integrated online media and software services company focused on four high-value vertical categories: Health, Automotive, Legal, and Home...

Manager/Director, Business Development

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

Manager/Director, Business Development....

Business Development Representative

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

About Q1Media Q1Media is a digital media sales and services company that has been thriving since 2004....

Business Development Representative (Hybrid, Location: NYC)

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Join the future of data-driven advertising. Audigent - now proudly part of Experian - is the leading platform for data activation, curation, and identity across programmatic media....

Business Development Representative (Game Developers Conference)

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 2 days ago

Key Responsibilities Outbound phone, email and social media sales outreach to assess and qualify new business prospects Qualify leads through research and initial outreach, with objective to set meetings...

Business Development Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Strong understanding of the traditional and digital advertising ecosystem. Experience selling to ad agencies, brands and tech platforms/DSPs....

Business Development Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

, Advertising, Communications or a related field 5+ years of experience in data-driven outreach/growth positions Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Working knowledge of and 3+ years...

Senior Director, Business Development

  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago

Director, Business Development will be instrumental in charting the course for Cognitivs expansion by identifying valuable partnerships....

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Salary for Director of Business Development Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdvertising research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Director of Business Developments offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.5%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Business Developments
6-8 years
34.8%
4-6 years
26.1%
1-2 years
13.0%
2-4 years
13.0%
8-10 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
4.4%


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