CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP & MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP & MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE

Position Number: S-3623

Position Summary:

The Corporate Sponsorship and Marketing Representative develops partnerships to secure new and maintain existing corporate sponsorship agreements on behalf of WCMU Public Media. This includes obtaining underwriting, sponsorship, and other revenue from businesses and organizations in support of WCMU Public Media. This position contributes to the success of the Development Team providing vital revenue to support WCMU Public Media programs and outreach efforts within the context and culture of philanthropy.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or a combination of education & experience that equates to four years in sponsorship, underwriting, or sales.
• Experience with philanthropy, sponsorship, or media sales.
• Possession of a valid drivers license with access to a vehicle.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to form positive relationships with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter with a committed work ethic and the ability to project a positive image.
• Ability to work effectively in teams as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience with philanthropy, sponsorship, or media sales.
• Prior experience in public media.
• Appreciation for and understanding of public media, especially WCMU programming and its mission.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develops relationships with community leaders, businesses, and organizations to enhance WCMUs reputation and recognition as a valuable institution.
• Secures underwriting, sponsorship, trade and other revenue from businesses and organizations in support of WCMU Public Media.
• Secures funding for special events, programming, local content, and fundraisers, as required.
• Assists with special events and other development efforts, including on-air pledge drives.
• Analyzes and interprets audience and market research, utilizing knowledge and metrics to generate and cultivate new and prospective clients.
• Achieves goals for underwriting, sponsorship, and other revenue generating initiatives as agreed upon with the Director of Development for WCMU Public Media.
• Participates in professional development opportunities as budget and time permits.

Supervision Exercised: None.

Employee Group: Public Broadcasting - Salary

Staff Pay Level: 3

Pay Range: $34,000 per year, plus commission

Division: Government and External Relations

Department: Public Broadcasting

Position Status: Regular

Employment Status: Full-Time

FTE: 1.0

Position Type: 12 month

Weekly Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed

Location: 1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, Michigan, 48859