Now Hiring - WFPL Louisville Public Media - Business Partnership Manager in Louisville, KY

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Louisville Public Media, a dynamic public media company, seeks an experienced, creative, and awesome Business Partnership Manager passionate about public media and helping Kentucky businesses grow. The Business Partnership Manager is responsible for bringing revenue to LPM by generating sponsorship sales and developing new business relationships. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Business Partnerships, you'll work with businesses and organizations to connect them with public media audiences through broadcast on 89.3 WFPL, 91.9 WFPK, 90.5 WUOL, and the Kentucky Public Radio Network, as well as sponsorship of podcasts, websites, newsletters, and special programs and events. You'll exercise creativity, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills daily as you present opportunities for businesses and organizations to market their products, services, and community initiatives. What You 'll Do * Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion that upholds the organization's values and strategic goals. * Meet with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community connectors to build and strengthen LPMs and your own networks. * Express the unique value that public media offers in a competitive market. * Provide input on the development and achievement of revenue goals. * Explore the needs and challenges of existing and potential clients to build and maintain relationships. * Create and coordinate clients' campaign details. What We 'll Do * Compensate you at a range of $44,000 to $48,000 annual base salary plus high-potential commission and bonus-based earnings. * Invest in your professional growth through individual direction and training. * Keep you connected with our industry through conferences and professional associations. * Provide you with an excellent benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance, and 401(k). * Invite you into a culture that is supportive, transparent, experimental, and accountable. Key Qualifications * Two to five years of sales experience. * Proven success in outside sales. * Strong written, electronic, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to build and maintain relationships. * Must be able to work occasional non-standard hours. Physical Requirements * Must be able to travel locally as needed. * Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. Is this you? Please send your resume, cover letter, and three references to [please apply online]. Louisville Public Media is an equal-opportunity employer that actively seeks diversity in its workplace and offers an excellent benefits package.