Director of Business Development Jobs in California

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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Senior Director, Business Development (Global Advertiser)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

buying platform by aligning The Trade Desk's media buying philosophy and technology with our client's.Participate in product road map and build out discussions, based on client needs, with senior leadership...

Director, Business Development

  • Fremont, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 6 days ago

The Director of Business Development is a result-oriented leader responsible for market analysis; identifying market trends; meeting face-to-face with CEOs, VPs of Research, and/or other executives...

Sr. Business Development Mgr, Creators

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 days ago

media, negotiation and partnerships....

Director of Business Development Yahoo Mail

  • Moffett Field, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Moffett Field, CA
  • 8 days ago

Yahoo serves as a trusted guide for hundreds of millions of people globally, helping them achieve their goals online through our portfolio of iconic products. For advertisers, Yahoo Advertising...

Director / Senior Director, Business Development and Delivery - M&E Practice

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

Job Title: Director / Senior Director, Business Development and Delivery - Media & Entertainment Practice This role will focus on expanding our footprint in M&E, specifically in the agencies, ad tech...

Mgr - Business Development

  • CA
  • 14 days ago
  • CA
  • 14 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Mgr - Business Development supports the organization to win new business and formulate deal structure and terms and conditions. This role analyzes business opportunities in...

Business Development Manager, eCommerce

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 14 days ago

About AppLovin AppLovin makes technologies that help businesses of every size connect to their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end software and AI solutions for businesses to reach,...

Director, Business Development (Independent Agencies)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 days ago

With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers -- and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency....

Sales Director, Business Development - LiveIntent

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 22 days ago

The ideal candidate has significant advertising sales and leadership experience in digital media with a proven track record of winning new business and building relationships....

Business Development Manager, Retail

  • Fremont, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 26 days ago

The Business Development Manager (BDM) Retail is responsible for managing and growing existing retail accounts while developing new business opportunities within the retail sales channel. The BDM...

Director, Business Development, Advertiser (Retail)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 29 days ago

With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers -- and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency....

Senior Director, Business Development - Growth Team, Advertiser

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago

buying platform by aligning The Trade Desk's media buying philosophy and technology with our client's Participate in product road map build out discussions based on client needs with senior leadership...

Director, Business Development - Growth Team, Advertiser

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago

With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers -- and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency....

Senior Manager of Business Development

  • Irvine, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Based in our Irvine office and reporting to the Director of Business Development and Partnerships, the Senior Manager, Business Development will lead our lead deal negotiations for 3rd party application...

Business Development Representative

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago

And we were just recognized as one of the Top Media Sales Organizations by The Myers Report!...

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Salary for Director of Business Development Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Business Developments in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.7%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Business Developments in California
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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