New Business Strategist

The role

The New Business Strategist will prospect and procure new brand clients to meet strategic growth objectives. This person will identify potential customers, understand their needs, and articulate how Deeplocal can address them. The role involves strategic selling, pitching, and managing business development materials.

What you will do

• Demonstrate understanding of Deeplocal's capabilities and positioning
• Analyze market conditions and identify target customer segments
• Present Deeplocal's offering to win new work
• Manage relationships with new client prospects
• Meet with existing clients to brainstorm new projects
• Sell concepts and experiences for clients and Deeplocal
• Write creative briefs and lead conversations with prospective clients
• Review pitch decks and budgets
• Manage the RFP process and procurement
• Maintain and track sales leads in the CRM

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business or a relevant field, and/or 2-4 years working in a related role
• Easy-going and engaging communication style
• Ability to bring strategic insights and build compelling narratives
• Technically minded and able to explain complex concepts
• Confidence in making creative decisions and giving/receiving feedback
• Growth mindset
• Ability to develop and implement strategies
• Aptitude to lead and project manage new business pitches
• Highly organized with exceptional communication skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, email marketing platforms, and CRMs

Nice to have

• Experience in client-facing roles, preferably in experiential, interactive marketing
• A network of client-side contacts
• Knowledge of and interest in emerging cultural trends and technologies
• A passion for brand thinking, creativity, and the experiential industry
• Candidates located in Pittsburgh, or in close proximity to a client hub (NYC, LA, SF)

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package

Before you apply

• If you require a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please email hr@deeplocal.com

About the company

Deeplocal is an internationally-recognized innovation studio based in Pittsburgh, PA. The team includes experts in marketing, engineering, design, and fabrication who collaborate to develop physical experiences for brand clients.