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Get Access To All JobsAt Keywords, we are using our passion for games, technology and media to create a global services platform for video games and beyond. Our aim is to become the “go to” provider of technical services.
We enable leading content creators and publishers to leverage our expertise and capacity across the lifecycle of interactive content. In so doing we empower our clients to remain lean and agile, and to focus on creating the most engaging experiences.
Keywords is trusted and relied upon by many of the world’s leading video game companies to work alongside them during concept, development and live operations by leveraging the breadth and depth of our industry leading service lines every step of the way.
Keywords Studios is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to accelerate the growth of our Engage service line across North America. Reporting to the Head of BD, you will be responsible for identifying, prospecting, and closing high-value creative and marketing partnerships with major Sports clients, including professional leagues, franchises, sports broadcasters, and global athletic brands.
The ideal candidate possesses a deep network within the Sports industry and an expert ability to articulate our "Engage" value proposition: delivering world-class creative marketing, social strategy, and fan engagement solutions through our integrated global network of specialized agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Revenue Generation: Drive new business growth by identifying and securing multi-service creative and marketing contracts within the Sports sector.
- Strategic Prospecting: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of Tier-1 clients, focusing on marketing and digital / social directors within major sports leagues (e.g., NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS), international federations, athletes and sports-centric streaming platforms.
- Solution Selling: Articulate the full suite of "Engage" services—including Creative Production (hype reels, broadcast graphics, digital content), Social & Influencer Marketing, PR & Outreach, and Strategy & Insight.
- Pitch Leadership: Lead the end-to-end sales process, from initial outreach and chemistry meetings to complex RFP responses and final contract negotiations.
- Integrated Collaboration: Work closely with our internal network of specialized service providers to craft bespoke, integrated solutions for global sports brands and organizations.
- Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of industry trends in digital sports marketing, fan monetization, and athlete-led content to position Keywords as an innovative, essential partner.
- CRM Management: Maintain meticulous records of sales activity and forecasting within Salesforce to ensure transparency across the global BD team.
Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years of proven success in business development or senior account management within the Sports, Esports, or Sports-focused Creative Agency sectors.
- Industry Network: A strong existing portfolio of contacts within North American sports leagues, teams, athletes and sports-media marketing departments.
- Service Expertise: Deep understanding of the sports creative production lifecycle, fan-base social ecosystems, and the athlete-influencer landscape.
- Social Media: Strong understanding of social media and influencer marketing, ROI and metrics is required.
- Communication: Exceptional presentation and storytelling skills; ability to "sell the dream" while remaining grounded in technical feasibility.
- Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation skills with a track record of meeting or exceeding multi-million dollar annual sales targets.
- Autonomy: A self-starter capable of operating effectively in a remote/hybrid environment across North American time zones.
- Availability: Willingness to travel frequently for client meetings, major sporting events, and internal site visits.
Benefits
The salary range for this position is $100,000+ with bonus opportunity depending on experience.
Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace, which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.
Note to Recruitment Agencies
Please be advised that Keywords Studios does not consider unsolicited resumes, or any form of contact initiated by unauthorized third parties, including recruitment or placement agencies, unless a pre-existing, valid agreement is in place. Any fees incurred by unauthorized third parties will not be compensated by Keywords Studios.
Privacy Notice
By providing your information in this application, you understand that we will collect and process your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. For more information, please see our Applicant Privacy Notice.
Keywords Studios is committed to fair and ethical hiring practices. We expect candidates to conduct themselves with honesty and to participate in all applications and interviews independently, presenting their own knowledge and experience. Candidates should refrain from using AI assistance or third-party tools or services that could influence, capture, or otherwise interfere with the authenticity of the assessment process.
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LOCATION
Location: Americas, United States, Los Angeles
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
WORKING PATTERN
Working Pattern: Hybrid
At Keywords, we are using our passion for games, technology and media to create a global services platform for video games and beyond. Our aim is to become the “go to” provider of technical services.
We enable leading content creators and publishers to leverage our expertise and capacity across the lifecycle of interactive content. In so doing we empower our clients to remain lean and agile, and to focus on creating the most engaging experiences.
Keywords is trusted and relied upon by many of the world’s leading video game companies to work alongside them during concept, development and live operations by leveraging the breadth and depth of our industry leading service lines every step of the way.
Keywords Studios is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to accelerate the growth of our Engage service line across North America. Reporting to the Head of BD, you will be responsible for identifying, prospecting, and closing high-value creative and marketing partnerships with major Sports clients, including professional leagues, franchises, sports broadcasters, and global athletic brands.
The ideal candidate possesses a deep network within the Sports industry and an expert ability to articulate our "Engage" value proposition: delivering world-class creative marketing, social strategy, and fan engagement solutions through our integrated global network of specialized agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Revenue Generation: Drive new business growth by identifying and securing multi-service creative and marketing contracts within the Sports sector.
- Strategic Prospecting: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of Tier-1 clients, focusing on marketing and digital / social directors within major sports leagues (e.g., NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS), international federations, athletes and sports-centric streaming platforms.
- Solution Selling: Articulate the full suite of "Engage" services—including Creative Production (hype reels, broadcast graphics, digital content), Social & Influencer Marketing, PR & Outreach, and Strategy & Insight.
- Pitch Leadership: Lead the end-to-end sales process, from initial outreach and chemistry meetings to complex RFP responses and final contract negotiations.
- Integrated Collaboration: Work closely with our internal network of specialized service providers to craft bespoke, integrated solutions for global sports brands and organizations.
- Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of industry trends in digital sports marketing, fan monetization, and athlete-led content to position Keywords as an innovative, essential partner.
- CRM Management: Maintain meticulous records of sales activity and forecasting within Salesforce to ensure transparency across the global BD team.
Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years of proven success in business development or senior account management within the Sports, Esports, or Sports-focused Creative Agency sectors.
- Industry Network: A strong existing portfolio of contacts within North American sports leagues, teams, athletes and sports-media marketing departments.
- Service Expertise: Deep understanding of the sports creative production lifecycle, fan-base social ecosystems, and the athlete-influencer landscape.
- Social Media: Strong understanding of social media and influencer marketing, ROI and metrics is required.
- Communication: Exceptional presentation and storytelling skills; ability to "sell the dream" while remaining grounded in technical feasibility.
- Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation skills with a track record of meeting or exceeding multi-million dollar annual sales targets.
- Autonomy: A self-starter capable of operating effectively in a remote/hybrid environment across North American time zones.
- Availability: Willingness to travel frequently for client meetings, major sporting events, and internal site visits.
Benefits
The salary range for this position is $100,000+ with bonus opportunity depending on experience.
Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace, which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.
Note to Recruitment Agencies
Please be advised that Keywords Studios does not consider unsolicited resumes, or any form of contact initiated by unauthorized third parties, including recruitment or placement agencies, unless a pre-existing, valid agreement is in place. Any fees incurred by unauthorized third parties will not be compensated by Keywords Studios.
Privacy Notice
By providing your information in this application, you understand that we will collect and process your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. For more information, please see our Applicant Privacy Notice.
Keywords Studios is committed to fair and ethical hiring practices. We expect candidates to conduct themselves with honesty and to participate in all applications and interviews independently, presenting their own knowledge and experience. Candidates should refrain from using AI assistance or third-party tools or services that could influence, capture, or otherwise interfere with the authenticity of the assessment process.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify. Esta OrganizaciĂłn Participa en E-Verify.
LOCATION
Location: Americas, United States, Los Angeles
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
WORKING PATTERN
Working Pattern: Hybrid
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Align your credentials to the role
U.S. employers need to confirm your degree matches the specialty occupation. A three-year Australian bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent, but have your transcript and a credential evaluation ready before you start applying.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search the DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway to find companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for development or program management roles. Recent filings signal that the employer already understands the E-3 visa sponsorship process.
Address sponsorship directly in outreach
Many hiring managers confuse the E-3 with the H-1B lottery. Lead your cover letter or recruiter conversations by naming the E-3 specifically and clarifying that it requires no lottery and no employer petition to USCIS.
Use Migrate Mate to search and file
Search for Development Manager roles with confirmed E-3 sponsorship on Migrate Mate, then use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once an offer is in hand.
Negotiate offer timing around LCA certification
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but your employer needs to post the LCA notice at the worksite for ten days before filing. Build at least three weeks between offer acceptance and your intended start date.
Prepare for consulate scrutiny on management scope
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a bachelor's degree. Bring documentation showing team size, budget responsibility, and technical oversight, since development manager positions can vary widely in actual specialty occupation qualification.
E-3 Visa Development Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Development Manager jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter for Development Manager roles where employers have confirmed E-3 sponsorship, which cuts through listings where international hiring is theoretically possible but practically unlikely. Most general job platforms don't distinguish between visa types, so you waste time applying to roles where the employer has no E-3 experience.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Development Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as engineering, computer science, business, or a related discipline. The risk is when a job description lists a degree as preferred rather than required, or when the employer can't demonstrate that the role normally requires a degree. You'll want a job offer letter that explicitly states the degree requirement and how your qualification meets it.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Development Manager roles?
The E-3 has a significant structural advantage: there's no lottery. An H-1B application for the same Development Manager role enters a random selection process with roughly a one-in-four chance of being picked, and you can only try once per fiscal year. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been fully used, so a qualified Australian with a job offer can proceed directly to a consulate interview without waiting for a lottery result.
Can I change employers or roles after arriving on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer needs to file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before re-entering the U.S. if you travel internationally. You can begin working for the new employer once the LCA is certified and you have a valid visa status, but you can't transfer your existing E-3 the way some other visa categories allow portability between employers.