Associate Director, Partnerships

Overview

As part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s newly restructured Development Department, the Associate Director of Corporate & Industry Partnerships will lead strategy and execution for all corporate engagement and sponsorship initiatives. This position plays a key role in growing the Foundation’s philanthropic reach—expanding corporate philanthropy, activating high-value sponsor ships, and cultivating partnerships that advance our programs and elevate our impact across the entertainment and corporate sectors.

Together with the Associate Directors of Individual Giving & Family Foundations and Operations & Compliance, this position will assist in expanding the Foundation’s next phase of growth.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Strategy Officer, Director of Development, and/or the Communications team, the Director will design and implement innovative partnership strategies that drive revenue, brand visibility, and industry alignment. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, strategic, and highly relational professional to shape the Foundation’s corporate giving portfolio and contribute to a dynamic, high-performing team.

• Develop a multi-year corporate sponsorship and partnership strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
• Identify, cultivate, and secure new partners across entertainment, technology, consumer, and philanthropic sectors.
• Design compelling sponsorship packages and partnership opportunities that advance programmatic and event goals.

• Manage a portfolio of new and existing corporate donors and sponsors, ensuring high-impact engagement and fulfillment.
• Build and steward strong relationships with executives, brand partners, and industry councils.
• Collaborate with the CEO and CSO on high-level partnership meetings and cultivation opportunities.

• Lead sponsorship efforts for major Foundation events including the SAG Awards Auction Series, Golf Classic, and Pickleball Invitational.
• Partner with Operations and Communications to deliver high-quality sponsor experiences and visibility across digital and in-person platforms.
• Track deliverables and ensure timely execution of sponsor recognition and reporting.

• Collaborate across the Development Department to leverage research and strategies, as well as implement tactics.
• Work with the Communications team to highlight sponsor impact through digital storytelling and social engagement.
• Coordinate with Finance and Development Operations to forecast revenue, manage budgets, and ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Contribute to departmental planning, infrastructure, and systems that strengthen corporate fundraising.
• Expect regular reporting on all activities, as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in entertainment corporate partnerships, sponsor ships, and business development.
• Demonstrated success securing high-value partnerships and renewals.
• Strong understanding of brand marketing, corporate social responsibility, and entertainment industry ecosystems.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; adept at crafting persuasive proposals and pitch materials.
• Highly organized, results-oriented, and collaborative team player.

• Growth in corporate sponsorship revenue year over year.
• Expansion of strategic partnerships across key sectors.
• Increased retention and satisfaction among corporate partners.

You are a strategic, innovative, and highly organized development professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You are a clear communicator and have a proven track record of exceeding fundraising goals and are passionate about advancing the mission of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation. If you’re a visionary leader with strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to driving revenue growth, we’d love to hear from you!

$75k per year - commensurate with experience.

• Affordable and comprehensive medical and dental plans
• Paid vacation
• Personal time
• Flexible spending account
• Generous…