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Freelance Expert Acquisition Partner - Tech Publishing

3 weeks, 4 days ago
Europe, United States, United Kingdom
Contract
Senior
Business Development
Sales and Business Development
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Packt

Packt

Packt is a leading online platform for professional developers, offering books, videos, and courses on tech topics to help IT professionals stay ahead in the industry.

Internet Software & Services
251-1K
Founded 2004
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Description

  • Strategically identify and engage respected tech thought leaders, founders, lead engineers, established authors, and other influential experts.
  • Develop and pitch publishing opportunities that align with each prospect’s brand and career goals.
  • Convert warm leads into active author conversations and long-term collaborations.
  • Leverage personal networks in the US tech ecosystem, while also engaging relevant connections across the UK and Europe for targeted outreach.
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams, including the Portfolio Director, to shape outreach strategy and maintain a competitive edge.
  • Lead expert engagement efforts for books, events, and newsletter collaborations.
  • Focus outreach on high-calibre contributors working at the bleeding edge of AI.
  • Provide evidence of impact through signed authors, active discussions, and published names.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in publishing, elearning, or tech business development.
  • A strong network and reputation among industry experts and communities.
  • Proven experience converting top-of-funnel experts into content creators or partners.
  • Confident communication skills with a consultative approach.
  • Ability to work freelance for a minimum of 9-12 months.
  • Flexible hours and remote-first availability.
  • Experience engaging high-status tech experts, including founders, lead engineers, authors, and thought leaders.
  • Experience working with or in the US tech ecosystem is strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of AI and emerging tech is relevant to the role.

Benefits

  • Freelance contract with potential to develop into a strategic long-term partnership.
  • Flexible hours.
  • Remote-first work arrangement.
  • Salary range of $50K–$80K per annum, depending on skills and/or experience.

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