We are seeking a rare kind of operator — a VP, Global Brand Partnerships to architect and own Nova Sky Stories’ global brand revenue engine.This role sits at the center of how Nova scales — transforming our drone light shows into one of the most premium, in-demand brand storytelling platforms in the world. You won’t just grow sponsorship revenue; you’ll redefine what brand partnerships look like in experiential media.You will design and build Nova’s global sponsorship ecosystem from the ground up — defining the commercial model, creating scalable systems, and unlocking repeatable revenue across markets. At the same time, you’ll personally lead and close our most strategic, high-impact partnerships with global brands and agencies.This is not a traditional sales leadership role. It’s a builder role.You’ll operate as a strategic counterpart to the CEO and CFO on marquee deals, while constructing the infrastructure, team, and playbooks that enable exponential growth across every tier of the business.As a VP, Global Brand Partnerships, you’ll be responsible for: Define Nova’s Role in CultureIdentify the cultural moments, properties, and environments where Nova becomes a defining presence — from global sporting events and music festivals to fashion weeks, marquee city moments, and seasonal spectaclesShape where and how Nova shows up across the global cultural landscape, embedding the platform into high-impact experiential momentsProactively originate relationships with global brands, agencies, and partners — positioning Nova as a must-have platform before formal deals existEstablish the strategic framework for brand participation, including category exclusivity, partnership tiers, and brand standards that protect long-term premium positioningBuild the narrative, data, and performance storytelling that translates cultural relevance into measurable brand impactLead Enterprise & Strategic PartnershipsOriginate, structure, and close Nova’s most strategic global deals — including multi-market, multi-year, and category-defining partnershipsPartner directly with the CEO and executive team on marquee accounts and high-stakes negotiationsOwn senior relationships with CMOs, agency leadership, and key IP/rights holdersStructure complex, multi-party agreements across brands, Nova, and external stakeholdersBuild Scalable Global PropertiesDefine, build, and evolve Nova’s shows into scalable global “properties” with clear positioning, audience, and long-term brand valueDesign the commercial architecture for each property — including sponsorship inventory, rights, integrations, and tiered partnership modelsEnsure each property is differentiated, culturally relevant, and commercially compellingIdentify and secure long-term partners aligned with both creative vision and revenue strategyPartner cross-functionally (creative, production, leadership) to embed monetization into the foundation of every showContinuously refine property strategy based on performance, partner feedback, and market opportunityEstablish Commercial Discipline & ScaleDefine pricing strategy, category rules, and deal governance to maintain premium positioning at scaleBuild approval frameworks and guardrails for partnership selection and non-standard dealsCreate the systems that enable consistent, repeatable global revenue growthOwn Activation, Retention & Long-Term ValueLead the full partner lifecycle — from activation through renewal — ensuring world-class execution across global showsBuild measurement and ROI frameworks that clearly demonstrate value to partners and drive long-term retentionEnsure Nova becomes a core platform within brand storytelling strategiesContinuously improve partnership performance through data, insights, and creative collaborationBuild the Team & FunctionBuild and lead a high-caliber, senior partnerships team, expanding across regions and categories as the business scalesDesign an organization that supports both enterprise deal-making and global sponsorship executionEstablish a culture of commercial excellence, accountability, and strategic thinkingPartner closely with creative, production, and executive leadership to align storytelling with monetizationYou’ll need to have: 12–15+ years of progressive experience in brand partnerships, business development, or commercial leadership — within agencies, brand-side organizations, or properties that have built partnership models from the ground upA proven track record of building and scaling multi-market or global revenue streams, ideally across experiential, live entertainment, sports, media, or adjacent industriesDemonstrated success structuring and closing large-scale, multi-year, multi-market partnerships with global brands, agencies, or enterprise clientsDeep, senior-level relationships with CMOs, global brand leaders, agency executives, and key decision-makers — with the ability to originate opportunities and accelerate deal cyclesExperience operating at the intersection of brand, media, IP, and live/experiential environments, including complex, multi-stakeholder ecosystemsStrong commercial systems thinking — with the ability to design and scale pricing models, sponsorship architecture, deal governance, and revenue operationsExecutive-level commercial acumen, with ownership or significant influence over $10M+ revenue streams, pipelines, or portfoliosProven ability to lead through influence across cross-functional teams (creative, production, operations, legal, finance) in high-stakes deal environmentsExperience building and leading high-performing partnerships or commercial teams, ideally across regions or global marketsSharp strategic judgment — able to balance long-term platform building with near-term revenue deliveryComfort operating in a fast-moving, global environment, with frequent travel and senior external engagementIt’s a plus if you bring:Experience in experiential media, live entertainment, sports sponsorship, or large-scale touring propertiesA background working with — or within — global brand organizations, holding companies, or leading agency networksExposure to IP-driven partnerships, including film, entertainment franchises, licensed media, or rights-managed propertiesA track record of building new revenue categories or monetizing emerging platformsWhat Success Looks Like (Year 1+):Establish Nova as a top-tier global experiential sponsorship platform — competing directly with the world’s leading live entertainment propertiesSecure multiple category-defining partnerships with global brands across touring and IP-driven showsBuild a repeatable, scalable global revenue engine with clear pricing discipline and consistent deal structureDrive meaningful growth in sponsorship revenue per show and expand long-term contracted value across the portfolioCreate a best-in-class activation and measurement system that delivers clear ROI, high partner satisfaction, and strong renewal rates39:T3cef,<p class="m-0 relative" dir="ltr"><span style="white-spac