Studio 34
Business Development Partner (Leisure, sports & entertainment)
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Business Development Partner (Leisure, sports & entertainment)
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PARTNER
Leisure, Sports & Entertainment
Who We Are
We are an international performance marketing agency, driven by our mission to make ideas perform. Studio 34 collaborates with diverse brands—from skydiving to hospitality, real estate, and beyond—delivering profitable marketing solutions.
Life at Studio 34 offers a hybrid remote environment where:
- Autonomy is encouraged and excellence is rewarded.
- Diversity thrives alongside collaboration and problem-solving.
- Challenge, learning, and leadership are prioritised.
Our work and team culture are guided by four core values:
- Be curious: Constantly question the status quo and seek new knowledge.
- Think big: Maintain a vision-driven mindset and embrace innovation.
- Go beyond: Anticipate needs and take proactive extra steps.
- Own it: Embrace accountability as the solution-maker.
Role Outline & Expectations
Location: Remote (UK-based network required) Contract Type: Independent contractor / freelance
We are seeking an entrepreneurial Freelance Business Development Partner to drive high-ticket sales for our performance marketing services in the UK.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Identifying, prospecting, and closing deals with mid-to-enterprise UK brands in leisure, sports, and entertainment.
- Targeting non-profits in these sectors, leveraging Google Ads Grant expertise.
- Operating with full flexibility in approach and scheduling.
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Responsibilities
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Pipeline Generation: Independently source, prospect, and qualify high-ticket B2B leads for the UK leisure, sports, entertainment, and non-profit sectors.
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Sector Targeting: Position Studio 34 as the premier performance marketing partner for commercial sports/entertainment brands. Pitch Google Ads Grant optimisation strategies to qualified non-profits.
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Pitching & Closing: Lead introductory calls and present customised performance marketing proposals to senior stakeholders (CMOs, decision-makers).
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Collaboration: Ensure seamless coordination with internal strategy and leadership teams for smooth deal handovers and account onboarding.
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Deal Structuring: Secure recurring, monthly retainer contracts aligned with Studio 34’s offerings.
Required Skills & Experience
- English Proficiency: Native-level, written and spoken.
- Industry Network: Active contacts in UK sports leagues, leisure operators, entertainment venues, or major sector-specific non-profits.
- Agency Sales Track Record: 5+ years selling high-ticket digital marketing, paid media, or agency solutions.
- Performance Marketing Expertise:
- Strong knowledge of paid search (Google Ads, Microsoft Ads).
- Proficiency in paid social (Meta, TikTok, Reddit, LinkedIn).
- Bonus: Experience with Google Ads Grant revenue streams.
- Commercial Acumen: Exceptional negotiation skills and ability to navigate complex B2B decision-making.
- Self-Starter Mindset: Autonomous, accountable, motivated by uncapped earnings.
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What We Offer
- Uncapped Earning Potential: Highly competitive commission-based structure, with exceptional OTE on high-ticket wins.
- Complete Autonomy: Flexible work location, schedule, and methodology.
- World-Class Delivery Support: Your leadership team handles execution, ensuring you build a credible case-study portfolio from closed deals.
Compensation & Commission Structure
This 100% commission-only role offers uncapped earnings on recurring agency retainers for high-value clients.
- 10% Revenue Share: Earn a 10% commission on gross fee revenues generated during a client’s first 12 months with Studio 34.
- Minimum 3-Month Retention Period: Commissions activate after a client completes three consecutive months of engagement.
- Quarterly Payments: Commissions are calculated and paid in arrears, creating predictable income as your pipeline scales.
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