Director, Business Development

The Weather Channel

Beijing, China
On-site
7-10+ years digital media experience
3-5 years mobile carrier partnership development
Negotiating complex digital agreements
The Weather Channel is seeking a Director of Business Development based in Beijing, China, to enhance the distribution and revenue of its digital products in the APAC region, particularly focusing on partnership development with mobile manufacturers and media companies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in digital media business development, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Mandarin or Korean

Job Summary

  • The Director will represent The Weather Channel's digital product lines to mobile manufacturers, carriers, and media companies across Asia.
  • This role focuses on increasing distribution and revenue generation for ad-supported mobile and web products specifically in China.
  • The successful candidate must possess a strong network of existing relationships with Asia-based mobile and handset manufacturer divisions.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Weather Channel is seeking a Director of Business Development based in Beijing, China, to enhance the distribution and revenue of its digital products in the APAC region, particularly focusing on partnership development with mobile manufacturers and media companies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in digital media business development, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Mandarin or Korean.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7-10+ years digital media experience
  • 3-5 years mobile carrier partnership development
  • Negotiating complex digital agreements
  • Mandarin Chinese or Korean language skills
  • Extensive APAC digital landscape knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Comfortable with constant rapid change
  • Strong network of senior industry contacts
  • Experience with global mobile partnerships
  • Ability to work autonomously in new markets

Key Requirements

  • B.S. in business discipline required
  • Must be based in Beijing, China
  • 7-10+ years digital media/mobile business development experience
  • 3-5 years working with mobile carriers and handset manufacturers
  • Ability to speak Mandarin Chinese and/or Korean highly preferred

Work Rights

Must be based in China

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