Manager - Sales Brand Partnerships - Canada

This is a full-time opportunity where you will work as a Manager representing SkyBlue Cinematix from your home country, supporting in-film and out-of-film brand integrations, product placements (PPL), brand associations, and sponsorships across a diverse slate of films. We are looking for professionals who bring experience from media houses, advertising agencies, or similar environments, with a strong background in sales, brand partnerships, or business development—particularly in media sales, branded content, or advertising across TV, OTT, or digital platforms. The ideal candidate will have: Strong local relationships with brands and agencies The ability to independently drive partnerships and revenue An entrepreneurial mindset with the capability to build and scale local business operations If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Please apply and explore this exciting opportunity with us. About SkyBlue Media Group We are an international media company with operations across Malaysia, Dubai, and India, specializing in creating impactful brand experiences across diverse media platforms. Over the past 15+ years, we have established a strong reputation for innovation, scale, and effectiveness in the OOH and entertainment marketing space. Our Markets & Expertise Malaysia – OOH Media Leadership With over 15 years of experience, we are one of Malaysia’s leading OOH media companies, offering a nationwide portfolio of outdoor and transit advertising formats. Our strong partnerships in cinema, retail, and outdoor environments ensure unmatched visibility and brand recall. Dubai – Transit Media Exclusivity Through SB Mobility Media LLC, we hold the exclusive 5-year rights from Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) to manage bus and transit media. This includes bus exteriors, shelters, stations, and MUPIs, making us a leading player in transit advertising across the UAE. India – Entertainment & Content Integrations Expanding into the world’s largest film and OTT markets, we are establishing our Mumbai-based operations focused on in-film brand integrations, OTT partnerships, and branded entertainment solutions. Supported by our AI-driven placement and analytics platform, we connect brands with audiences through story-driven content integrations that deliver measurable impact. To know more about us our websites at - https://www.skybluemedia.my/ I https://skybluemedia.ae/ Role Overview If you’ve ever seen your favourite superstar sipping a cola, speaking on a phone, or enjoying a snack on screen — know that it wasn’t by chance, it was by choice. Your choice. You were the one instrumental in making sure the talent showcased the brand, and in closing the deal that brought that brand into the heart of the story. At Sky Blue Media, we believe in creating these moments with purpose. As Sales, Business Development & Brand Partnerships resource, you will play a decisive role in shaping how brands appear in films and beyond. This is where business development meets creativity — forging partnerships with production houses, agencies, and brands to deliver integrations that are impactful, seamless, and memorable. Key Responsibilities Map your market (your region) for various brands, and their agencies. Understand brand’s positing and upcoming campaigns. Identify and develop new business opportunities for in-film brand integrations, co-branded promotions, and other media alliances. Build and maintain long-term relationships with various brand’s top management and their agency’s SPOCS. Understand the film project, its scope, nuances, star casts, its plot and films setup (Theatrical films, OTT projects or TV serials) Conceptualize creative brand solutions aligned with film storylines and target audiences. Regularly and diligently, stay connected with brands and agencies to pitch SkyBlue Cinematix and the projects. Collaborate with internal teams to create and pitch compelling proposals, presentations , and case studies. Work closely with media planning and buying teams to align integrations with larger campaign strategies. Negotiate and finalize deals ensuring win-win outcomes for both brand and production stakeholders. Stay updated with industry trends, film releases, OTT content pipelines, and brand marketing calendars. Coordinate with creative and content teams to ensure smooth delivery of brand integrations and campaigns. Track performance metrics, prepare post-integration reports , and ensure client satisfaction and retention. Conceptualize and pitch bold, customized partnership models that fuse brand storytelling with cinematic moments. Collaborate with internal creative, marketing, legal, and production experts to deliver seamless, integrated experiences on and off screen. Track the pulse of entertainment trends, OTT innovation, and consumer engagement formats to keep our offerings unmatched. Work with internal teams (e.g., creative, marketing, sales) to develop and execute joint campaigns and create co-branded marketing materials. Ideal Profile 5 years plus of proven success in business development, sales, brand partnerships, brand solutions or strategic partnerships within media, entertainment, or advertising. A deal-closer with a track-record of securing multi-crore, multi-film/franchise partnerships. Deep relationships with Brand managers, agencies, and production houses — your phonebook is an industry goldmine. Independent hustler who thrives on accountability, targets, and creating impact. Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills that inspire confidence and excitement. MBA/PG in Marketing, Media, or Business preferred. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills and make a significant contribution to our team. You'll work in a supportive and collaborative environment that values creativity and professional development. Ready to make your mark? Please submit your resume and a link to your portfolio. We look forward to seeing your work! Please write back with your updated resume at careers@skybluegroup.com . In-case you are not actively scouting for opportunities, feel free to share this Job Description within your professional network, someone in need may benefit from it.