Director, Sales & Strategic Partnerships

Semafor is a global news platform seeking a Director, Sales & Strategic Partnerships to lead partnership development, drive revenue growth, and manage key relationships with advertisers.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or related fields within media, digital publishing, or advertising.
• Proven track record of securing and managing high-impact strategic partnerships in media or digital publishing.
• Strong understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem, as well as live event partnerships.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage market research and competitive intelligence to drive decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Proficiency in CRM and sales management tools (e.g., Salesforce, Boostr).

Benefits

• unlimited PTO
• medical
• dental
• vision
• short & long-term disability
• flexible spending
• health savings accounts
• life insurance
• 401(k)
• pre-Tax commuter benefits