(Urgent) Vice President Sales & Business Development

Job Title : VP – Sales (Influencer & Branded Content Sales)

Location : Mumbai

Experience required : 15-20 years

Industry : Influencer Marketing | Advertising | Media | Branded Content

About the Role New Media Holding is hiring a dynamic leader in Sales and New Business Development for our Influencer & Branded Content vertical across India. This role demands a sharp commercial mind, deep industry connects, and a strong track record in closing brand campaigns and content partnerships. If you thrive in a high-energy, creator-first ecosystem and have a passion for digital storytelling, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Lead zonal sales efforts across influencer marketing and branded content.

2. Manage and grow key accounts with a focus on revenue generation and long-term partnerships.

3. Own and drive end-to-end sales cycles—from prospecting to closing—with brands and agencies.

4. Work with internal strategy, content, and production teams to develop and sell compelling branded content solutions.

5. Maintain accurate sales forecasts, reporting, and performance tracking.

6. Stay ahead of industry trends, campaign formats, and creator marketing opportunities.

7. Represent the company at relevant industry events and meetings.

What We’re Looking For :

 15+ years of experience in branded content, digital ad sales, influencer marketing, or media sales.

 Solid client relationships across advertising agencies, brands, and platforms.

 Demonstrated ability to close high-value campaigns and drive consistent sales growth.

 Strong negotiation, pitching, and relationship management skills.

 Ability to lead, collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

 Working knowledge of CRM tools and performance tracking dashboards.

 Good to Have Experience working in creator-led media companies or influencer marketing platforms.

 Proven ability to build and scale a sales function or vertical.

 Familiarity with pricing models in influencer and branded content sales.

 Understanding of the creator economy and digital content trends.

What You’ll Get :

 A chance to work at the intersection of content, commerce, and creators

 A fast-paced, collaborative work environment with cross-functional support

 Opportunity to grow with one of India’s most promising content networks