Business Development Manager (Sales & Growth) (Tier 3)

Business Development Manager (Sales & Growth)

Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred; New Orleans presence a plus for networking and events)
Schedule: Part-Time (20–30 hours/week to start), with core availability Monday–Thursday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CST
Reports To: CEO

Position Overview

Creativity Justified is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth by generating new business opportunities, developing strategic proposals, and closing deals across key industries including Sports & Entertainment, Healthcare, Government, and Corporate sectors.

This role is responsible for the full sales lifecycle—from prospecting and lead generation to proposal development and deal closure. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a performance-based environment and is motivated by building relationships, creating opportunities, and closing deals.

This is a high-ownership role that requires consistent outbound activity, strong follow-through, and measurable results.

Key Responsibilities
Lead Generation & Pipeline Development

• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through outbound outreach, networking, referrals, and partnerships
• Build and maintain a qualified and active sales pipeline
• Engage decision-makers across target industries and markets

Sales & Deal Closure

• Lead discovery calls to assess client needs and align agency solutions
• Develop and present proposals in collaboration with internal teams
• Negotiate terms and close deals
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets

Proposal Development & Coordination

• Collaborate with Creative, Client Experience, and Leadership to develop strategic, high-quality proposals
• Manage proposal timelines, follow-ups, and revisions
• Ensure alignment between client needs and agency capabilities

CRM Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, and deal stages in Dubsado (or CRM)
• Submit weekly pipeline reports including:
• Leads generated
• Outreach activity
• Proposals sent
• Deals closed
• Revenue projections

Relationship Building & Brand Representation

• Represent Creativity Justified in meetings, networking events, and industry engagements
• Build long-term relationships that generate repeat business and referrals

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of experience in business development, sales, or agency growth roles
• Proven track record of generating leads and closing deals
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Experience selling marketing, advertising, or professional services preferred
• Ability to work independently and manage a full sales pipeline

Core Competencies

• Self-Starter: Actively generates opportunities without relying on inbound leads
• Closer Mentality: Focused on outcomes and revenue generation
• Strategic Thinking: Positions services effectively based on client needs
• Accountability: Owns pipeline, activity, and results
• Persistence: Consistent outreach and follow-up

Compensation Structure
Base Compensation (Hourly)

$15.00 – $18.00 per hour
20–30 hours per week to start (scalable based on performance)

Commission Structure (Primary Earnings Driver)

• 8% commission on closed deals from company-provided or warm leads
• 10–12% commission on self-generated and closed deals

Commission is paid on collected revenue.

Performance-Based Growth

• Hours may increase based on consistent deal flow and performance
• High performers may transition into expanded roles and increased compensation tiers

Bonus Opportunities (Performance-Based)

• $10,000+ closed in a month → $500 bonus
• $25,000+ closed in a month → $1,500 bonus
• Additional incentives may be introduced for exceeding quarterly targets

Performance Expectations

• Consistent outbound activity (calls, emails, networking, outreach)
• Weekly pipeline reporting and CRM updates
• Monthly deal flow and revenue contribution
• Clear visibility into pipeline and performance metrics

Important Role Expectations

• This role is responsible for generating its own leads and opportunities
• While some inbound opportunities may be available, success is based on self-driven pipeline creation
• Hours must be supported by documented activity and measurable output

About Creativity Justified

Creativity Justified is a full-service advertising agency specializing in storytelling-driven marketing that connects brands to communities. Our clients include the NFL, Ochsner Health, and national brands across multiple industries.

We operate as a high-performance, results-driven team focused on delivering strategic, impactful work.

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: Remote