Business Development Associate - Sponsorships & Fundraising

About Us:

The Alexander Review is an emerging literary publication dedicated to showcasing diverse voices, creative perspectives, and thoughtful discourse.

We are a volunteer-driven, remote team working across different time zones to publish curated issues, support writers, and expand our reach within the literary and creative space.

Role Overview:

This role focuses on identifying and approaching potential sponsors, partners, and funding opportunities to support the growth of The Alexander Review.

Responsibilities:

• Research potential sponsors (brands, organizations, institutions).
• Assist in creating sponsorship pitches and proposals.
• Reach out and initiate sponsorship conversations.
• Support early-stage negotiations and discussions.
• Track opportunities and responses.

Qualifications:

Strong persuasive writing skills

• Interest in fundraising, sales, or brand partnerships.
• Comfortable initiating cold outreach.
• Organized and detail-oriented.

Additional Details:

This is a volunteer role, requiring approximately 5–7 hours per week. Fully remote, with a flexible schedule and occasional Zoom/Slack check-ins. A minimum 3-month commitment is preferred. Volunteers gain hands-on experience in business development, sponsorship, and fundraising while working closely with the Director on high-value opportunities and final-stage discussions.