FaZe Media, a creator-led IP and internet media company, is a dynamic force in gaming, entertainment, and youth culture. Born from the iconic FaZe Clan, founded in 2010, FaZe Media leverages a massive global audience of over 500 million followers, with 70% aged 18-29, to deliver disruptive, authentic content and unparalleled brand partnerships. Under the leadership of CEO Richard "FaZe Banks" Bengtson, we are redefining the intersection of gaming, content creation, and internet culture lifestyle branding. Our mission is to build lasting relationships with top-tier brands while staying true to the FaZe ethos—rooted in innovation and community.

FaZe Media is seeking a passionate and driven Director, Brand and Partnerships Executive to join our team as a foundational member in building and scaling our brand partnership ecosystem. This role is critical to driving revenue through agency relationships and direct-to-brand deals, leveraging FaZe Media’s massive audience and cultural influence. The ideal candidate is a strategic builder who deeply understands the FaZe brand, its audience, and its unique position in gaming and youth culture. You will be responsible for securing high-value partnerships, fostering agency relationships, and delivering deals that align with FaZe’s vision while generating significant revenue.

• Drive Revenue through Brand Partnerships: Identify, pitch, and close direct-to-brand deals with major companies in gaming, lifestyle, fashion, tech, and entertainment, ensuring alignment with FaZe Media’s brand identity and audience.
• Build and Maintain Agency Relationships: Cultivate strong partnerships with advertising agencies, talent agencies, and marketing firms to expand FaZe Media’s network and secure collaborative opportunities.
• Develop Strategic Sales Pipelines: Create and manage a robust pipeline of prospective brand partners, using data-driven and people-centered approaches to win new business.
• Craft Authentic Proposals: Develop tailored pitches and proposals that resonate with FaZe’s audience, emphasizing authentic storytelling and the brand’s cultural relevance.
• Understand and Champion the FaZe Brand: Leverage a deep understanding of FaZe Media’s history, values, and audience to ensure partnerships align with our community-driven ethos and avoid inauthentic “money grabs.”
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with FaZe Media’s marketing, content, and talent teams to execute integrated campaigns that maximize partner value and audience engagement.
• Negotiate and Close Deals: Lead contract negotiations, ensuring mutually beneficial terms that drive revenue while protecting the FaZe brand’s integrity.
• Monitor Market Trends: Stay ahead of industry trends in gaming, esports, and youth culture to identify new opportunities and competitive strategies.
• Track and Report Performance: Analyze partnership outcomes, provide detailed reports on revenue and engagement metrics, and refine strategies to optimize future deals.

• Experience: 3+ years in sales, business development, or brand partnerships, preferably in media, entertainment, gaming, or influencer marketing. Proven track record of closing high-value deals and generating revenue.
• FaZe Brand Knowledge: Deep understanding of FaZe Clan’s history, culture, and audience, with a passion for gaming and youth culture. Familiarity with FaZe’s content creators, esports legacy, and brand partnerships (e.g., Nike, McDonald’s, DraftKings).
• Sales Acumen: Strong negotiation and consultative selling skills, with experience managing full sales cycles, from prospecting to closing.
• Agency Expertise: Experience building and maintaining relationships with advertising or talent agencies, with a network of industry contacts being a plus.
• Strategic Vision: Ability to develop and execute creative, data-driven strategies that align with FaZe Media’s goals and resonate with its audience.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling pitches and present to senior stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is unfazed by rejection or challenging opportunities.
• Team Player: Collaborative mindset with a passion for working with cross-functional teams and supporting FaZe Media’s creator-led mission.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Established relationships with brands or agencies in gaming, lifestyle, or entertainment sectors.
• Proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and data analysis for tracking sales performance.
• Experience working with influencers, content creators, or esports organizations.
• Creative storytelling skills to align brand partnerships with FaZe’s narrative-driven approach.

• Be a Builder: Join a foundational team shaping the future of a creator-led media company with global influence.
• Massive Audience Impact: Work with a brand that reaches over 500 million followers, offering unparalleled opportunities to create impactful partnerships.
• Cultural Relevance: Be part of a legacy rooted in gaming and youth culture, working alongside iconic creators and industry pioneers.
• Growth Opportunities: Grow your career in a fast-evolving industry with a company committed to innovation and authenticity.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, health benefits, and the chance to work in a vibrant, creator-driven environment.