Director of Business Development

We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our book publishing imprint, 83 Press, as the Director of Business Development. This role is pivotal in expanding our reach, forming strategic partnerships, and building a robust pipeline of compelling book projects.

Pipeline Development & Relationship Management:

·      Build and nurture a robust sales pipeline for book projects, collaborating with authors, content creators, literary agents, and strategic partners.

·      Identify emerging publishing trends and market opportunities to strategically shape our book portfolio.

·      Cultivate lasting relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction, loyalty, and continued collaboration.

Product and Service Expansion:

·      Collaborate with internal teams to identify and develop publishing services that align with industry demands and enrich our book project pipeline.

·      Introduce innovative ideas to clients that enhance their brands and reflect current trends in the publishing world.

Sales and Revenue Generation:

·      Develop and execute sales strategies to contribute to the growth and diversification of 83 Press’s book publishing revenue streams.

·      Identify new revenue opportunities, expanding the reach of 83 Press's book imprints and offerings.

Collaboration with Internal Teams:

·      Work closely with editorial, marketing, and production teams to ensure the smooth execution of business development initiatives and successful book project delivery.

·      Provide insights to inform product development and marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with market trends.

·      Experience: Five or more years in a sales or business development role, with a preference for experience in the book publishing or content industries.

·      Location: Preference for candidates located at our headquarters in Birmingham, AL, but remote candidates in AL, GA, FL, LA, OH, TN, and WV will be considered.

·      Pipeline Management: Proven ability to strategically build and manage a robust sales B2B2C pipeline.

·      Sales & Relationship Building: Demonstrated success in sales, partnership development, and building lasting client relationships.

·      Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey the value of publishing services.

·      Results-Driven: A results-oriented mindset with a strong track record of achieving and exceeding goals.

·      Adaptability: Ability to adapt strategies to the changing landscape of the publishing industry, staying informed about market trends and evolving needs.