Rome Design Agency is a Rome-based creative studio specializing in branding, design, and visual communication for cultural institutions, lifestyle brands, and premium businesses. Our work sits at the intersection of beauty, strategy, and meaning. We stay closely attuned to design, technology, and emerging cultural trends.
This is a high-growth environment with strong potential for long-term collaboration.
Job Overview
Rome Design Agency is seeking a Business Developer to expand our client base and sales network in Italy and internationally.
You are a relationship-driven sales professional, cultural connector, or fashion/design insider with an established network and the ability to open doors. You are comfortable representing high-level creative services: branding, design, visual identity, and cultural projects; and understand how to position creative value, not just sell deliverables.
This role is best suited to candidates experienced in selling creative or professional services, not transactional retail products.
In addition to agency services, the studio also develops and distributes luxury silk scarves and art objects under the brands Clù and Studio ClaudiaPalmira, which may represent complementary sales opportunities depending on the market.
Scope of Work
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Develop new business opportunities for design and branding services (primary focus)
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Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with clients, institutions, brands, and partners
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Generate and qualify leads in Italy and international markets
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Guide prospects through the sales process in collaboration with the creative director
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Identify cross-opportunities between agency services and product lines where relevant
Compensation
- Commission-based (attractive percentages, discussed based on experience and network)
- Flexible collaboration: freelance / consultant model
- High potential for growth as brands and markets expand
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage sales opportunities for our design services
- Develop and manage sales opportunities for scarves and art-based collections
- Build relationships with clientele, galleries, and select retailers
- Identify new markets, partnerships, and distribution channels
- Represent the brands with professionalism and strong aesthetic sensitivity
- Negotiate commercial agreements and follow up on sales performance
Qualifications:
- Fluent in English
- Proven experience in sales or business development (fashion, accessories, art, or design is a strong plus)
- Strong network in the fashion, retail, or creative industries
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Self-motivated, independent, and results-driven
- Based in Rome or willing to work closely with the Rome-based team
- Able to close deals, generate leads and follow-up on opportunities
How to Apply
Fill out the form below to finalize your application and become a candidate for an interview. Due to the number of applications, we only interview select candidates, those who take the time to complete the form in its entirety.
Note that interviews will be conducted from February 16th and not prior.
Prior to submitting your application, be sure to know your Myers-Briggs type.
If you have submitted the application below, you may follow up after February 16, 2026 by emailing info@romedesignagency.com
Thank you for your interest!
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