Client-facing sales and partnerships professional with end-to-end experience driving sales cycles, client acquisition, and growth across real estate media and creator-driven environments. Proven ability to prospect, pitch, onboard, and retain clients while managing multiple accounts in fast-paced settings. Strong understanding of creator ecosystems, audience growth, and digital engagement, with a hands-on approach to helping clients scale.

Joel Gilligan

Client-facing sales and partnerships professional with end-to-end experience driving sales cycles, client acquisition, and growth across real estate media and creator-driven environments. Proven ability to prospect, pitch, onboard, and retain clients while managing multiple accounts in fast-paced settings. Strong understanding of creator ecosystems, audience growth, and digital engagement, with a hands-on approach to helping clients scale.

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Client-facing sales and partnerships professional with end-to-end experience driving sales cycles, client acquisition, and growth across real estate media and creator-driven environments. Proven ability to prospect, pitch, onboard, and retain clients while managing multiple accounts in fast-paced settings.

Strong understanding of creator ecosystems, audience growth, and digital engagement, with a hands-on approach to helping clients scale.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Performer at Mellowship
November 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Delivered consistent live performances in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Supported audience engagement and live experience execution.
Band Manager & Multi-Instrumentalist at Tundra Sun
March 1, 2022 - February 1, 2024
Led outbound outreach to venues and partners, securing performance opportunities through pitching and negotiation. Managed booking pipelines and coordinated multiple opportunities from initial contact through confirmed deals. Onboarded new venues and collaborators to ensure smooth event execution and repeat partnerships. Drove audience growth using promotional strategy and digital engagement to increase attendance and visibility. Worked cross-functionally within the team to iterate strategy based on performance and audience feedback.
Freelance Media Specialist at Intero Real Estate
February 1, 2020 - Present
Owned the full client lifecycle from initial outreach and needs assessment to delivery and retention. Consulted clients on content strategy and positioning, improving listing performance and engagement. Managed a portfolio of clients simultaneously, prioritizing deadlines while maintaining consistent communication. Delivered high-quality media assets under tight timelines, contributing to faster listing turnaround and improved client outcomes. Supported agents in marketing and sales efforts across properties.
Independent Music Instructor (Guitar) at Joel Music Lessons
May 1, 2018 - Present
Built and scaled a recurring client base through referrals, outreach, and long-term relationship management. Conducted discovery conversations to understand client goals and tailor instruction to improve retention and satisfaction. Managed scheduling, pricing, and ongoing engagement across multiple clients simultaneously. Maintained high retention through consistent communication and personalized coaching.

Education

B.A. Global Studies at University of California, Santa Barbara
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction