Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Senior Manager, Brand Partnerships & Experiential for a contract opportunity with a leading entertainment client. This is a hybrid role based in Burbank, California, scheduled for regular business hours. The position is expected to last 6 months or more, with a pay range of $75 to $85 per hour, paid weekly and benefits eligible.

In this role, you will lead the strategy and execution of multi-channel marketing initiatives that drive brand awareness and audience engagement for priority TV and streaming series. You'll work closely with senior leadership and internal stakeholders to secure external brand deals, oversee high-profile campaigns, and deliver culturally relevant marketing experiences. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented leader with expertise in brand partnerships, experiential activations, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

MUST HAVE: Flexibility to work long hours including nights, weekends, holidays, and to travel as needed.

Senior Manager, Brand Partnerships & Experiential Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of brand partnerships, experiential activations, and consumer events from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery of projects and alignment with strategic objectives.

• Identify, negotiate, and secure external brand partnerships by conducting outreach, preparing pitches, and developing promotional campaigns.

• Oversee RFP processes with agencies and partners, providing guidance and feedback to maximize ROI.

• Manage contracts and SOWs, ensuring all documentation accurately reflects program deal points in collaboration with Legal and Business Affairs.

• Monitor and manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, proactively resolving challenges to meet deadlines.

• Drive strategic and creative thinking, contributing ideas that align with brand objectives and resonate within popular culture.

• Act as a primary point of contact for key partners and external studios, securing placements and promotional opportunities.

• Align content partner strategies with top priorities and scheduling plans.

• Create presentation materials for internal and external forums, ensuring clear communication of strategies and outcomes.

• Maintain consistent communication with senior leadership and internal teams, providing updates, recaps, and action plans.

• Develop and refine processes for information sharing, budget tracking, and status reporting.

• Ensure familiarity with all product and service changes, and proactively communicate relevant updates internally and externally.

• Support ongoing process improvement, inclusive strategy development, and best practice implementation across partnerships and experiential marketing.

Senior Manager, Brand Partnerships & Experiential Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in the entertainment or related industry with expertise in marketing partnerships, events, and experiential initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Television, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Agency background in experiential or brand partnerships is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills with ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with senior leadership, external partners, producers, and talent.

• Creative thinker with a passion for pop culture and entertainment, adept at developing innovative marketing concepts.

• Strong strategic mindset with ability to balance big-picture objectives with detailed execution.

• Knowledge of best practices and inclusive strategy trends across entertainment and audience engagement.

• Experience working with non-profits, executive leadership, and diverse populations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Keynote, PowerPoint, and Canva.

• Must be comfortable working on Mac and experienced with Google Suite.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

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About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

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Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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