Corporate Sponsorship & Marketing Representative

CMU • Mount Pleasant, MI

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s 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 driver’s 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• develops partnerships to secure new corporate sponsorship agreements
• maintains existing corporate sponsorship agreements
• obtaining underwriting
• obtaining sponsorship
• obtaining other revenue from businesses and organizations in support of WCMU Public Media

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees