Freelance Business Consultant

Note: This is an independent contractor opportunity and not a salaried employee position. Compensation is based solely on successfully closed and collected business under the terms of a written contractor agreement.

Client is seeking a highly motivated Business Development & Sales Closer to identify, cultivate, and close new business opportunities across creative production services, branded storytelling initiatives, sponsorship opportunities, strategic partnerships, and film-related projects.

About the Role

This opportunity is ideal for entrepreneurial professionals who excel at relationship-building, prospecting, and consultative selling. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the studio's client base while helping organizations and creators bring compelling stories to life. This is a fully remote, commission-based independent contractor role offering significant earning potential for top performers.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research qualified prospects across multiple industries
• Generate new business opportunities through LinkedIn, networking, referrals, email outreach, and industry communities
• Conduct discovery calls to understand client goals, timelines, and budgets
• Present IIG Studios' services and capabilities effectively
• Build and maintain relationships with decision-makers and stakeholders
• Manage opportunities from lead generation through signed agreement and deposit collection
• Maintain organized sales pipeline records and activity tracking
• Collaborate with studio leadership on proposals and deal strategy
• Develop long-term partnerships with brands, organizations, creators, and sponsors
• Represent IIG Studios professionally and ethically in all client interactions

Qualifications

• Entrepreneurial and self-motivated
• Results-driven and comfortable working independently
• Strong communicators with excellent relationship-building skills
• Experienced in consultative sales and business development
• Comfortable engaging executives, founders, entrepreneurs, and creative professionals
• Passionate about media, storytelling, film production, marketing, or emerging AI technologies
• Organized, persistent, and professional in their approach

Preferred Skills

• Business Development
• B2B Sales
• Account Management
• Partnership Development
• Sponsorship Sales
• Media & Entertainment Sales
• Advertising or Marketing Services Sales
• Creative Agency Sales
• Brand Partnership Management
• Film, Television, or Production Industry Experience

Additional experience with LinkedIn outreach, CRM systems, sales pipeline management, and strategic networking is a plus.

Pay range and compensation package

This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position with no base salary, hourly wage, or employee benefits. Compensation is earned through commissions on successfully closed and collected business.

• Commission Structure
• Competitive revenue-share model
• Typical commission range: 10%–18% of collected project revenue
• Commission rates may vary based on:
• Deal size
• Service category
• Lead source
• Level of involvement in the sales process
• Final contractor agreement terms
• Potential earnings are uncapped and directly tied to performance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Business Development Representatives (BDRs)
• Sales Closers
• Partnership Managers
• Sponsorship Sales Professionals
• Media Sales Executives
• Creative Agency Sales Professionals
• Independent Business Development Consultants
• Entrepreneurial Professionals Seeking Commission-Based Income

Application Questions

Please include responses to the following:

• Describe your experience in business development, sales, partnerships, sponsorships, or client acquisition.
• What industries, communities, or professional networks can you leverage for potential opportunities?
• Are you comfortable working as a 1099 independent contractor on a commission-only basis?
• How would you approach finding potential clients for film production, trailers, branded storytelling, or creative services?
• What interests you most about this opportunity with IIG Studios?