Full-Time
Brand Partnerships Director
Hypebeast
501-1,000 employees
Online streetwear retailer with editorials
No salary listed
London, UK
In Person
London-based role; candidate must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.
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- 5-7 years media sales experience, with a proven track record of achieving revenue goals
- Strong, existing relationships with mid/senior level UK clients, & agencies
- Outstanding communications and negotiation skills
- Flawless presentation skills, and the ability to lead strategic conversations that navigate the needs of Hypebeast and the client
- In-depth knowledge of digital media business and agency partner requirements
- Ability to drive revenue in a fast-paced, highly-creative organisation
- Highly organised and results driven
- A drive for success at a personal, team, and corporate level
- This position is based and located in London
- Candidate must be eligible to work in UK
- Generate significant advertising revenue by growing relationships with UK-based media agencies, PR agencies, and clients
- Solicit RFP’s as well as unlocking proactive new business opportunities
- Sell online, offline and bespoke advertising solutions across all Hypebeast platforms
- Create compelling sales propositions utilising consumer trends, market knowledge and data-driven insights
- Understand client’s requirements, brief the creative planning teams and pitch creative proposals
- Coordinate with Account Servicing teams to ensure delivery of successful ad campaigns
- Provide accurate forecasting & reporting
- Represent Hypebeast at events and serve as a brand ambassador, communicating our core narratives and reinforcing the leading position Hypebeast holds in the marketplace
HYPEBEAST operates as an online platform for men's contemporary fashion and streetwear that combines e-commerce with editorial content. It sells clothing, footwear, and accessories and often features limited-edition collaborations and capsule collections, with products delivered through its online store. Its editorial side publishes news, trend reports, and features on fashion and culture, helping to attract and engage a young, urban audience and monetize through advertising and sponsored posts. The platform differentiates itself by pairing direct-to-consumer retail with curated cultural content and exclusive drops, creating a destination that blends shopping with media. The company aims to be a global hub for streetwear and contemporary fashion, connecting trends, brands, and consumers through both commerce and editorial influence.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Hong Kong
Founded
2005
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AI content creation tools amplify editorial reach without replacing human creativity and judgment.
- Hypegolf's Japan expansion demonstrates successful category diversification beyond core streetwear market.
- Young, tech-savvy audience highly receptive to digital marketing and sponsored content partnerships.
What critics are saying
- Stock price declined 22.39% year-over-year, signaling investor confidence erosion and capital constraints.
- TikTok's algorithm-driven discovery diverts 40% Gen Z traffic from Hypebeast editorial platforms.
- China's data localization laws force HBX delisting, eliminating 30% of e-commerce revenue.
What makes Hypebeast unique
- Hypebeast combines editorial authority with e-commerce, establishing thought leadership in streetwear.
- Diversified revenue streams from product sales, advertising, and brand collaborations reduce dependency.
- Physical retail expansion through Hypegolf and flagship stores strengthens offline brand presence.
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Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
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