Account Executive, Programmatic

The E.W. Scripps Company

$170K — $190K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/BA in a related discipline or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in programmatic sales or digital advertising
  • Strong understanding of programmatic advertising technologies
  • Proven track record of meeting sales targets
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Agency relations experience with in-house trade desks
  • Ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights

Responsibilities

  • Develop relationships with national agencies and advertisers
  • Identify and onboard new clients in programmatic video and CTV
  • Provide tailored advertising solutions to meet client needs
  • Execute sales strategies to achieve revenue goals
  • Collaborate with internal teams for campaign execution
  • Align client objectives with marketing, product, and operations
  • Use analytics to demonstrate campaign effectiveness
  • Deliver top-notch customer care to all clients

Benefits

  • Career growth opportunities
  • Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Retirement savings plan with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Various insurance offerings including life and disability
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Pet discount program
Full Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Account Executive to join our Programmatic Video and Connected TV (CTV) sales team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the programmatic landscape, excellent communication skills, and a passion for digital advertising. You will be responsible for driving revenue growth by acquiring new clients, managing existing accounts, and delivering exceptional service to ensure client satisfaction and retention.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Develop and maintain valuable relationships with national agencies and advertisers
  • Identify, prospect, and onboard new clients in the programmatic video and CTV space
  • Build strong client relationships by understanding their needs and providing tailored advertising solutions
  • Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless campaign execution across Scripps' digital portfolio
  • Work closely with marketing, product, and operations teams to align on client objectives
  • Use analytics to provide insights and recommendations, demonstrating campaign effectiveness
  • Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and new technologies
  • Ensure clients receive the highest level of customer care

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
  • BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
  • Generally 5+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
  • Strong understanding of programmatic advertising technologies, platforms and best practices
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
  • Self-motivation with a strong sense of initiative
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Strong agency relations, including in-house agency trade desks and programmatic buyers
  • Experience with multiple programmatic buying platforms
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment responding to multiple customer demands
  • Data analysis skills to translate insights into actionable results
  • Familiarity with advertising analytics tools and CRM software

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

New York City, NY is the media capital of the world, offering unparalleled opportunities in the advertising industry. The city's vibrant energy extends from its iconic skyline to diverse neighborhoods filled with world-class restaurants, museums, theaters, and cultural attractions. As a global hub for advertising and media, NYC provides endless networking opportunities and access to industry leaders. Beyond the professional advantages, you'll enjoy Central Park, Broadway shows, diverse culinary experiences, and the convenience of public transportation connecting all five boroughs. Living and working in the city that never sleeps means you'll be at the center of innovation in the digital advertising landscape.

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COMPENSATION RANGE:
Annual Salary: $170,000.00 - 190000

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in New York.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
  • A career path to grow your professional experiences
  • Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
  • Retirement savings plan with company match
  • Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.


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