Director, Agency & Partner Development

Location: Las Vegas, NV (preferred) or Remote with travel ASTOUND is a global creative agency that specializes in the design and execution of memorable experiences for companies to share with their customers. ASTOUND is a multi-faceted business whose services include architectural fabrication, brand strategy, and development, retail design and store rollouts, digital engagements, trade show booths, branded events, and environments. ASTOUND’s offices span North America, with fabrication facilities that exceed 600,000 square feet. Key office locations include Las Vegas, Portland, and Toronto. ASTOUND’s projects span over 40 countries and their clients are some of the most well-recognized brands across multiple industry sectors including consumer products, sports and entertainment, telecommunications, and technology. JOB SUMMARY: ASTOUND is seeking a dynamic Vice President of Agency & Partner Developmentto lead strategic relationships with creative agencies, event production companies, and design studios. This executive role is focused on selling production services— including fabrication, AV, scenic, and installation — by becoming the trusted, go-to execution partner for firms that need scale, quality, and delivery excellence. You’ll serve as the lead interface with partner firms, managing relationships, structuring MSAs, and teeing up projects for internal teams to execute. This role requires a combination of sales strategy, deep industry credibility, and operational fluency. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and manage high-trust relationships with creative agencies, design firms, and event producers. Negotiate and secure MSAsand long-term agreements that enable repeat project flow. Lead partner outreach, represent ASTOUND at key industry events, and open new relationship doors. Identify opportunities and coordinate scopes with internal estimating, production, and delivery teams. Maintain active pipeline and deal tracking in Salesforce with accurate forecasting. QUALIFICATIONS: 10+ years in business development, strategic partnerships, or client leadership in experiential production or fabrication services. Strong knowledge of agency and production firm operations. Proven ability to close large production deals and build recurring client relationships. Comfortable managing multiple partners, scopes, and deal cycles. Strong communicator with executive presence and a service-first mentality. BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: The compensation package will be commensurate with experience. Our employees are entitled to a standard set of benefits, including health and dental insurance and 401(k) with company match. Excellent Medical Insurance Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay 401K matching program after 90 days of employment 100% Company Life and Long-Term Disability Coverage Employee Referral Program DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome talented individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our goal is to ensure that every candidate is evaluated solely on their qualifications, merits, and potential to contribute meaningfully to our team and mission. #J-18808-Ljbffr