Uber

Head of Entertainment & Media, Uber Advertising

Uber$165K — $261K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in digital media, advertising, or agency environment
  • Proven leadership experience with a successful advertising business
  • Background in managing multi-million dollar ad revenue
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • Experience with cross-functional collaboration and strategic alignment

Responsibilities

  • Evolve the Entertainment & Media Ads sales strategy for sustainable growth
  • Lead and coach a high-performing team of Client Partners and Partner Managers
  • Deepen advertiser relationships to drive incremental revenue opportunities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align on strategic priorities
  • Optimize processes and tools for improved execution and operational efficiency
  • Advise Ads Leadership on product strategy and advertiser success
  • Develop go-to-market plans ensuring consistent messaging

Benefits

  • Equity awards and bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible work arrangements based on role
  • Collaborative office environment fostering company culture
  • Eligibility for various performance-related incentives
Full Job Description
Job Description

About the Role

Our Entertainment & Media ads business is a key driver of this success, helping leading brands reach customers across the Uber ecosystem. As we enter our next phase of growth, we're looking for a dynamic leader to take our Entertainment & Media advertising efforts to new heights.

As Head of Entertainment & Media, you will be responsible for managing a high-performing sales and account management organization, rolling into our Head of Auto, Gaming & Entertainment & Media. This team drives revenue across Uber's Delivery and Mobility platforms, managing an established and growing book of business. You'll lead our Entertainment & Media Uber Advertising strategy, focusing on strengthening client partnerships, unlocking new growth opportunities, and operationalizing for long-term success.

What You'll Do
  • 1. Own and evolve the Entertainment & Media Ads sales and account management strategy with a focus on sustainable growth, client retention, and cross-platform expansion.
  • Lead and inspire a high-performing team of Client Partners and Partner Managers, setting clear goals, tracking performance, and coaching top talent.
  • Drive continued revenue growth from a maturing business by deepening relationships with key advertisers and unlocking incremental spend opportunities.
  • Partner closely with cross-functional leaders (including Marketing, Product, Operations, and Analytics) to align on strategy, priorities, and customer experience.
  • Optimize internal processes and tools to scale execution, improve performance visibility, and ensure strong operational rigor.
  • Inform product strategy by working closely with the Ads Business Leads & Ads Leadership - advocating for features and solutions that enhance advertiser outcomes across awareness, trial, and conversion.
  • Shape go-to-market plans and collateral in partnership with Ads Global Partnership Solutions, ensuring a consistent message across external channels and field teams.

Basic Qualifications
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience
  • Leadership experience within a digital media platform, enterprise advertiser, or agency.
  • A track record of building and managing a multi-million dollar advertising business.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience at or working with an Entertainment or Media company.
  • Be customer obsessed (users and merchants) and be passionate about building great experiences for Uber users all over the world.
  • Focus on building businesses, not features. Experience building and leading businesses, including ownership and optimization of business performance metrics
  • Be able to work cross functionally with many other roles and stakeholders in the company
  • Exceptional communication skills, both within your team and with leadership and partners
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and a thirst for learning
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Responsibilities

For Los Angeles, CA-based roles: The total on-target earnings (OTE) range for this position is USD $235,714 - USD $261,429. The OTE includes a base salary range of USD $165,000 per year - USD $183,000 per year and an annualized cash variable incentive target of USD $70,714 - USD $78,429.

For New York City, NY-based roles: The total on-target earnings (OTE) range for this position is USD $261,429 - USD $290,000. The OTE includes a base salary range of USD $183,000 per year - USD $203,000 per year and an annualized cash variable incentive target of USD $78,429 - USD $87,000.

The cash variable incentive target is based on individual sales performance and its payment is based on the terms of the Sales Incentive Plan.

An equity award and other forms of compensation may be included in the offer. You will also be eligible for various benefits.

You may be eligible for bonuses, equity, and other compensation, as well as a range of benefits. Explore our benefits.

Offices remain key to collaboration and Uber's culture. Unless approved for full remote work, employees must spend at least 50% of their time in-office. Some roles, like those at greenlight hubs, require full-time in-office presence. Ask your Recruiter for details about this role's requirements.

About Uber

Uber Entertainment, Inc. is a privately held video game development company headquartered in beautiful downtown Kirkland, WA. Uber is currently developing Planetary Annihilation, a next generation real time strategy game of epic proportions.

Uber Careers

There has never been a better time to join our global team of Uber professionals—pioneers in the world of transportation and technology. Work you’ll do Join Uber’s industry-leading team to help drive forward the future of mobility and logistics for some of the world’s most dynamic cities and populations. Transform the way the world moves with the brightest minds at Uber, where innovation meets functionality to create solutions for everyday challenges. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, at the intersection of technology, operational excellence, and user-centric design. Work with a global team of business and technology advisors to help clients and cities navigate their paths towards more efficient and sustainable urban transport solutions. Collaborate with a diverse group of Uber experts worldwide – a team dedicated to rethinking and improving the way the world moves. Introducing the Uber Innovation Hub We are building a market-leading team to pioneer advancements in transportation and logistics, ensuring Uber remains at the forefront of mobility solutions. Do innovative work Join a group of exceptional professionals where your skills in technology, leadership, and creativity can flourish. At Uber, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it's the core of everything we do. Deliver targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of expertise and innovation that’s second to none, enhancing how cities, companies, and communities connect. Be part of a great team Engage with a wide-ranging technology stack and harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and collective problem-solving skills of our diverse team. Future-proof your career Advance your career with Uber’s commitment to professional growth, offering extensive training, development, and certification support. Go as far as your ambition takes you with limitless job opportunities in a company that’s reshaping the world’s approach to transportation. Explore Uber’s approach to predictive maintenance ensures our fleet remains ready and efficient, reducing downtime and improving service reliability. Our end-to-end mobility solutions are transforming the way cities think about transportation, making Uber a key player in the future of urban mobility. The Uber Leadership and Innovation Alliance Our combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help overcome challenges and lead transformation in the transportation industry. Clients and cities around the globe look to Uber for new strategies and solutions to drive growth and innovation in the digital era. Stay connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to redefine the world of mobility. SEARCH UBER JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who drive at Uber. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Uber.
Learn more about Uber
Size
29,300 employees
Market Cap
$48.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$6.7 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+35.3%
Revenue
$11.1 billion
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