Imaginary Forces

Business Development Director

Imaginary Forces

Posted July 02 / Los Angeles / Full time / On Site

Imaginary Forces is looking for a Force in Business Development: An ambitious, energetic, and process-driven sales professional with a passion for world-class design, branding, and content creation. 

Strategic thinker who can blend deep industry knowledge with a keen understanding of sales and marketing principles to foster relationships, identify potential clients, and unlock revenue streams.

This is a results-oriented sales position with the goal of driving sustainable financial growth for the Studio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Researching and identifying new business opportunities, including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products, and services
  • Generating leads, cold calling and hunting for prospective customers to establish rapport and set up meetings
  • Working closely with Executive Producer to convert prospects into customers and to identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities
  • Developing growth strategies and plans with clear objectives to increase revenue and business expansion
  • Understanding the needs of existing customers and how the Studio’s services align with their goals for deeper involvement across multiple departments 
  • Collaborating with Studio’s  internal departments including marketing, creative and production
  • Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events to network and promote the Studio
  • Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly review and reporting to Managing Directors,  Executive Producer and CFO 
  • Utilizing CRM software to track progress with new prospects, manage business leads, and analyze data to inform business strategies

REQUIREMENTS

  • 5+ years of sales experience in entertainment, advertising, tech and / or related industries
  • Excellent client service & time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and handle a busy and varied workload
  • Possess a high level of written, verbal, negotiation, analytical skill as well as consistent and concurrent  follow through on multiple projects
  • A working knowledge of live action, animation, VFX, Colour and post production processes
  • BA or BS degree in film, art, communications, or related fields strongly preferred

COMPENSATION:

  • $75,000 - $100,000  Base Salary + Commission 
  • Benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, and PTO 

*No phone calls, please. No recruiting agencies please.