WFAE: Head of Corporate Development
WFAE is seeking a transformational Head of Corporate Development to evolve and grow one of the organization’s core sources of revenue.
The ideal candidate will be committed to building our capacity in the digital space while maintaining our leadership in the broadcasting space. They will lead WFAE’s sponsorship revenue strategy, building the organization’s ability to deliver customized and off-the-shelf offerings to sponsors and sponsorship prospects across multiple media platforms. They will be a “revenue evangelist” for the organization, working collaboratively with key constituents internally and externally to drive future growth in a manner that is consistent with WFAE’s overall mission.
This executive will direct sales staff responsible for radio, podcasting, digital, streaming, event sponsorships and emerging platforms.

WFAE, the NPR station in Charlotte, is an award-winning multiplatform newsroom (radio, digital, podcasts, live events) committed to providing high-quality local news and engagement that meets the needs of our diverse community. Our mission is to deliver journalism that informs, engages and inspires. Our vision is to help create a more knowledgeable and engaged community grounded in our shared humanity.

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Additional Information This is a full-time exempt role with eligibility for both commission and bonus based on management-based objectives, plus a full benefits package. Compensation offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and organizational pay equity. WFAE offers excellent medical, dental and vision insurance, vacation, personal and sick time as well as parental leave.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
WFAE is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We continuously strive to place our employees at the center of our thinking and elevate inclusive practices to develop and support a more engaged and productive workforce. Our journalism and operations in the service of that journalism benefit from a broad range of perspectives, from all backgrounds, at all levels of the organization. Diversity is essential to honest, authentic, accurate storytelling and reportage; creating an institution in which all voices are encouraged, valued and heard.
Equal Opportunity
WFAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state, or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.