Head Brand Solutions / Creative Director
Sportskeeda · India
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- India
Job highlights
- Lead brand solutions and client services.
- Drive business growth and revenue streams.
- Manage large-scale IP and brand partnerships.
- Develop innovative client strategies and proposals.
- Ensure exceptional campaign execution and delivery.
About the role
About Us
Sportskeeda - For the hardcore sports fan
Established in 2009, Absolute Sports is the parent company of Sportskeeda.com, ProFootballNetwork.com, SoapCentral.com and Deltiasgaming.com. We are a subsidiary of Nazara Technologies, the only publicly listed Indian gaming / diversified media company.
Sportskeeda is a global sports content platform that covers the world's biggest sports and esports subjects and serves over 100 Million fans every month. Our passionate team comprises top content creators from around the world who produce hundreds of well-researched content pieces on a daily basis. Sportskeeda has market leadership in multiple sports in the US, being #10 in Comscore rankings and a very close #2 in India (All Sports).
ProFootballNetwork.com is a NFL-focused property in the US with +11M monthly users.
SoapCentral.com is a leading soap opera content destination in the US.
Deltiasgaming.com is a dynamic and thriving online platform dedicated to providing gamers of all skill levels with top-notch content, valuable resources, and an engaging community.
We are a Great Place to Work certified organization, with employees and contributors working from various corners of the globe.
The Opportunity
Experience: 7+ years
Role: Full-Time
We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to head our Brand Solutions & Client Services team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving business growth, fostering strong client relationships, and identifying new revenue opportunities. This role requires extensive experience in managing large-scale Intellectual Properties (IPs), a deep industry network, and a proven ability to develop innovative brand partnerships that drive monetization.
Key Responsibilities
1) IP Management & Industry Collaboration:
- Oversee the execution and monetization of large-scale Intellectual Properties (IPs) and marquee projects.
- Build strategic partnerships with brands, agencies, and key industry stakeholders to enhance IP value.
- Utilize strong industry connections to drive sponsorship sales and long-term collaborations.
- Spearhead the development and implementation of high-impact brand campaigns and sponsorship initiatives.
- Cultivate and strengthen key client relationships to drive long-term partnerships and account growth.
- Enhance client retention and satisfaction by providing outstanding brand experiences and top-tier service.
2) Strategic Growth & Revenue Expansion:
- Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue growth through brand partnerships and sponsorships.
- Identify and establish new revenue streams for the organization, including branded content, digital partnerships, experiential marketing, and media collaborations.
- Leverage industry insights to develop innovative solutions that maximize commercial potential.
- Collaborate with internal teams (content, sales, marketing, and strategy) to create customized, data-driven brand solutions.
- Keeping up with market trends through daily research to track breaking news, ongoing sports events, and brand associations with teams, players, and other relevant partnerships.
- Competition analysis: Research and identify new display formats, content ideas, and innovative brand executions used by competitor and non-competitor websites. Curate and maintain a repository of these examples with samples for team reference and future client pitches.
- Conceptualizing and creating marketing materials, such as articles and infographics, centered around key tournaments and events.
3) Creative Ideation and Proposal Creation:
- Collaborate closely with the sales team to develop creative proposals for clients.
- Design innovative and practical solutions for Sportskeeda's diverse clientele, including corporate brands, government institutions, federations, international clients, and sports bodies.
- Craft high-quality proposal presentations, including media decks, sponsorship packages, and tailored client proposals.
- Engage with clients directly or alongside sales team members to ensure effective communication and alignment of solutions.
4) Execution and Delivery:
- Develop a detailed execution plan following deal closure.
- Oversee seamless campaign implementation while ensuring profitability.
- Collaborate closely with Content, Video, Tech, AdOps, and other teams to deliver exceptional execution that surpasses client expectations.
- Gather measurable feedback from clients/agencies on campaign performance.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in brand solutions, client servicing, or revenue-focused roles in media, digital, or sports industries.
- Proven expertise in managing large-scale IP-driven projects and securing high-value brand collaborations.
- Strong track record of bringing in new revenue streams and driving business growth.
- Extensive industry connections with brands, agencies, and key decision-makers.
- Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to blend creativity with commercial acumen to craft compelling brand partnerships.
- Experience in digital content, sports media / entertainment / OTT and sponsorship sales is a plus.
Key skills/competency
- Brand Solutions
- Creative Director
- Client Services
- Revenue Growth
- Partnership Management
- Intellectual Property Management
- Sponsorship Sales
- Digital Content
- Media Industry
- Sports Marketing
Skills & topics
- Brand Solutions
- Creative Director
- Client Services
- Revenue Growth
- Partnership Management
- Intellectual Property Management
- Sponsorship Sales
- Digital Content
- Sports Media
- Media Sales
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in brand solutions, client servicing, and IP management relevant to Sportskeeda's needs.
- Showcase industry connections: Emphasize your network with brands, agencies, and decision-makers in your application.
- Demonstrate leadership: Provide examples of driving revenue growth and managing large-scale projects.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss creative strategies, monetization approaches, and client relationship management.
- Research Sportskeeda: Understand their content, audience, and market position to align your qualifications.
Technical preparation
Study Sportskeeda's brand partnerships.,Analyze competitor brand campaign strategies.,Prepare case studies of successful IPs.,Understand media metrics and ROI reporting.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you built a strong client relationship.,How do you drive revenue growth in a partnership role?,Share an example of leading a creative campaign.,How do you handle challenging client negotiations?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific experience is required for the Head Brand Solutions / Creative Director role at Sportskeeda?
- The Head Brand Solutions / Creative Director role at Sportskeeda requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in brand solutions, client servicing, or revenue-focused roles within the media, digital, or sports industries. Proven expertise in managing large-scale IP-driven projects and securing high-value brand collaborations is essential.
- How does Sportskeeda foster client relationships and ensure satisfaction?
- Sportskeeda focuses on cultivating and strengthening key client relationships to drive long-term partnerships and account growth. They aim to enhance client retention and satisfaction by providing outstanding brand experiences and top-tier service throughout the campaign lifecycle.
- What is the role of Intellectual Property (IP) in this position at Sportskeeda?
- The Head Brand Solutions / Creative Director will oversee the execution and monetization of large-scale Intellectual Properties (IPs) and marquee projects. This includes building strategic partnerships to enhance IP value and driving sponsorship sales through these IPs.
- What kind of innovative solutions can I expect to develop in this role at Sportskeeda?
- In this role, you will identify and establish new revenue streams such as branded content, digital partnerships, experiential marketing, and media collaborations. You will leverage industry insights to develop innovative solutions and customized, data-driven brand strategies.
- How does Sportskeeda stay competitive and identify new opportunities?
- Sportskeeda actively monitors market trends, tracks breaking news, and analyzes ongoing sports events and brand associations. They also conduct competitor analysis to identify new display formats, content ideas, and innovative brand executions.
- What is the importance of collaboration with internal teams for this role at Sportskeeda?
- Collaboration with internal teams such as Content, Video, Tech, AdOps, Sales, Marketing, and Strategy is crucial for developing customized brand solutions and ensuring seamless campaign implementation that exceeds client expectations.
- Does Sportskeeda have a global presence or work with international clients?
- Yes, Sportskeeda is a global sports content platform with employees and contributors worldwide. The role involves designing solutions for diverse clientele, including international clients and sports bodies.
- What are the key skills needed to succeed as a Head Brand Solutions / Creative Director at Sportskeeda?
- Key skills include leadership, negotiation, communication, creativity blended with commercial acumen, and a strong ability to manage large-scale IP projects and build brand partnerships.