What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Representative: Advertising Sales position at ff Venture Capital?
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About Us
Stocktwits is a leading social network and community of individual investors and traders. Our mission is to provide the platform to host the global conversation for investors and traders of all types of assets, styles and experience levels to connect, learn, profit and have fun.
From our beginnings as inventors of the cashtag (e.g. $TSLA), Stocktwits has grown to millions of members and become the defining voice of “social finance.” Stocktwits is the only place to get a pulse on the markets and ideas you care about.
Our community continues to grow rapidly and we are looking for passionate team members to join us as we reimagine the future of financial media, investing & trading services and the tools for the next generation.
The Role
As a Business Development Representative focused on advertising sales, you will drive revenue growth by identifying, engaging, and closing new business opportunities. You will collaborate with an Account Manager to ensure seamless campaign fulfillment, client satisfaction, and success. This includes supporting contract renewals and identifying upsell opportunities.
You’ll report directly to the Head of Sales, attend sales meetings to align on strategy, and help define your sales campaigns and vertical focuses. Occasional travel may be required to attend industry conferences or meet with clients in person.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about financial markets or advertising, has excellent communication and sales skills, and thrives in a high-energy, results-driven environment.
What You’ll Do
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Us
Stocktwits is a leading social network and community of individual investors and traders. Our mission is to provide the platform to host the global conversation for investors and traders of all types of assets, styles and experience levels to connect, learn, profit and have fun.
From our beginnings as inventors of the cashtag (e.g. $TSLA), Stocktwits has grown to millions of members and become the defining voice of “social finance.” Stocktwits is the only place to get a pulse on the markets and ideas you care about.
Our community continues to grow rapidly and we are looking for passionate team members to join us as we reimagine the future of financial media, investing & trading services and the tools for the next generation.
The Role
As a Business Development Representative focused on advertising sales, you will drive revenue growth by identifying, engaging, and closing new business opportunities. You will collaborate with an Account Manager to ensure seamless campaign fulfillment, client satisfaction, and success. This includes supporting contract renewals and identifying upsell opportunities.
You’ll report directly to the Head of Sales, attend sales meetings to align on strategy, and help define your sales campaigns and vertical focuses. Occasional travel may be required to attend industry conferences or meet with clients in person.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about financial markets or advertising, has excellent communication and sales skills, and thrives in a high-energy, results-driven environment.
What You’ll Do
- Identify and Qualify Leads: Research, prospect, and engage potential advertising partners aligned with Stocktwits’ audience and offerings.
- Pitch and Close Deals: Effectively communicate Stocktwits’ advertising value propositions through compelling pitches, customized proposals, and negotiated agreements.
- Collaborate on Fulfillment: Work with an Account Manager to deliver on client commitments, ensuring campaigns meet expectations and provide measurable results.
- Drive Retention and Growth: Assist in contract renewals and upsell opportunities to maximize client value and revenue.
- Strategize with Leadership: Attend sales meetings with the Head of Sales to define your sales campaigns, refine strategies, and target specific verticals.
- Travel as Needed: Occasionally travel to industry conferences or client meetings to build relationships and represent Stocktwits.
- Understand the Market: Develop a deep understanding of Stocktwits’ advertising products, the fintech landscape, and client needs to tailor pitches and strategies effectively.
- Track and Report Metrics: Maintain detailed records of prospecting, sales activity, and performance metrics using CRM tools. Provide regular updates to leadership on pipeline status and revenue opportunities.
- Stay Informed: Keep up to date with digital advertising trends, best practices, and competitor offerings to position Stocktwits as a leader in the space.
- Experience: 2 years of experience in sales, business development, or advertising, ideally within digital media, fintech, or financial markets. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
- Sales Acumen: Proven ability to identify prospects, build relationships, and close deals.
- Passion for Financial Markets and Advertising: A genuine interest in investments, trading and advertising to connect authentically with Stocktwits’ audience and clients.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to craft and deliver impactful pitches.
- Tech Savvy: Comfortable using CRM tools, ad tech solutions, and reporting platforms to manage and track performance.
- Self-Motivated: A driven, energetic, and enthusiastic approach with a results-oriented mindset.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Preferred: Experience with public company investor relations, private crowdfunding and trading fintech is a strong plus but not mandatory.
- Craftsmanship: You care deeply about the quality of your work and the impact it has.
- Always Learning: You have an insatiable curiosity for knowledge and self-improvement.
- Impactful: You execute consistently, recognizing that small wins lead to big outcomes.
- Hunger for Success: You bring a deep desire to achieve and exceed goals.
- A competitive salary and monthly commissions on sales.
- Truly unlimited PTO and sick leave.
- 100% Remote-work
- Fully paid health care (medical, dental, vision).
- Mental health benefits, including a TalkSpace membership.
- 401k with company match up to 4%.
- Generous WFH stipend to set up your ideal workspace.
- Additional memberships and perks.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
