Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

CNBC is seeking a highly skilled Creative Strategist to join the CNBC Events Sales Marketing team. Reporting to the Director of Sales Marketing, this individual will be primarily responsible for developing high-quality and high-impact custom sales proposals for senior-level decision makers at Fortune 500 companies and other large enterprise organizations. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for strategic, creative storytelling and executive persuasion. The ideal candidate will thrive in a cross-functional, collaborative environment, working regularly with sales directors and other internal partners to yield top-notch, client-first marketing materials that support sales efforts throughout the sales cycle.

What you’ll do:

Collaborate with CNBC Events sales directors, as well as internal partners in Ad Sales, Partner Success, Editorial, Audience, Production, Strategic Content, Brand Studio, PR, Brand Marketing, and other groups, to craft strategic marketing solutions for clients, both proactively and in response to RFPsCreate custom proposals that maintain a high standard for how we communicate through pitch decks, taking complex ideas and simplifying into concise yet powerful marketing opportunitiesPrioritize visual storytelling, utilizing a mix of existing templates and new slide design to portray opportunities in captivating, visually appealing waysPay close attention to detail by reviewing each custom proposal to not only confirm accuracy and availability of what’s being offered, but also that the proper notes, callouts and/or caveats are includedDevelop other supporting materials such as custom program recaps and case studies to provide an assortment of tools to CNBC Events sales directorsBuild executive-level meeting presentations for both internal and external sales efforts as needed to communicate the CNBC Events value proposition and opportunitiesMaintain creative consistency across materials, ensuring that all custom proposals and other collateral adhere to the CNBC Events brand identity and quality standardsConduct industry/competitive research and provide insights and recommendations that enhance the CNBC Events value proposition and storytellingMaintain organization of CNBC Events Sales & Marketing team’s pre-sale and client-specific web-based folders, as well as track all outgoing custom proposals

Qualifications

What you’ll bring:

5+ years of experience creating custom sales proposals and supporting materials for Sales & Marketing organizations, ideally in the B2B events spaceDemonstrated history of success in custom sales proposal strategy working with cross-functional partners, including senior leadershipExceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills, approaching each unique situation strategically and intentionallyExcellent written and visual storytelling skills, with the ability to use concise language and sleek PowerPoint design to tell a compelling storyHighly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslySolid understanding of overall B2B events and media sales ecosystems, key trends, and marketplace dynamics/cyclesA team player, with the ability to develop strong working relationships and leverage those relationships to yield desired results

Additional Information 

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:  

Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes  Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars  Extras -- Dry cleaning, and sneak peeks   

Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City  

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.  Salary range: $85,000-$115,000 (bonus eligible).

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.