Brand Partnerships Sales Manager at Sofar Sounds

London, England, United Kingdom

Sofar Sounds Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Music, Live Events, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of sales experience in a similar role
  • Hands on knowledge of event sponsorships, advertising and marketing
  • Experience with media, content and digital advertising
  • Start-up experience helpful; entrepreneurial approach and mindset a must
  • Tenacious and creative about building relationships with potential sponsors, winning trust and understanding client needs
  • Ability to work independently with a high degree of self sufficiency
  • Comfort with handling all aspects of the sales process, as we build a team from the ground up
  • Enthusiasm and excitement about music, arts, culture, and Sofar’s opportunity to make a major impact

Responsibilities

  • Prospect, pitch and close sponsors for London Sofar events, and UK-wide sponsors
  • Seek opportunities for sponsors for local Sofar markets across EMEA with a focus on our biggest markets – London, Berlin, Madrid, Paris, Copenhagen and Amsterdam
  • Work with the team to develop creative concepts that address client needs
  • Ensure client perspective is communicated to the internal team; act as primary advocate for the client in ensuring a successful sponsorship activation
  • Manage time and output to achieve quarterly and annual sales goals
  • Maintain a high volume of outreach, both in person and via email and phone
  • Invite and accompany clients and prospects to Sofar events
  • Ensure consistent and accurate reporting to manager and team

Skills

Sponsorship Sales
Prospecting
Pitching
Deal Closing
Client Management
Event Marketing
Experiential Marketing
Sales Reporting
Outreach
Creative Concept Development

Sofar Sounds

Hosts secret concerts in unique venues

About Sofar Sounds

Sofar Sounds connects artists and audiences through unique live music events held in unconventional venues like living rooms, galleries, and rooftops. The company started in London and has grown to host events in 78 countries, creating a global music community. Sofar Sounds focuses on artist discovery and audience connection by organizing secret concerts that provide an intimate atmosphere for performances. In addition to live events, the company offers services to help artists manage their fan relationships and build sustainable careers. Revenue is generated through ticket sales and artist services, catering to music lovers seeking distinctive concert experiences and artists aiming to expand their fan base.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
$44.6MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Competition from similar platforms could dilute Sofar's unique market position.
Virtual concert experiences may reduce demand for Sofar's in-person events.
Local noise ordinances may limit venue availability for Sofar's unconventional events.

Differentiation

Sofar Sounds hosts secret concerts in unconventional venues, creating unique music experiences.
The company offers artist services to help performers manage fan relationships and careers.
Sofar Sounds has expanded to 78 countries, fostering a global music community.

Upsides

Increased demand for intimate live music experiences post-pandemic boosts Sofar's appeal.
Partnerships with non-traditional venues enhance Sofar's unique concert offerings.
Expansion of digital tools aligns with Sofar's artist services, aiding artist monetization.

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