Independent Media Sales Director, US (1099 Contractor)

Sparteo

$150K — $250K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in digital media sales, focusing on publisher inventory and programmatic solutions.
  • Strong existing relationships with decision-makers at major US HoldCos and independent agencies.
  • Deep understanding of programmatic advertising and related technologies (DSPs, SSPs).
  • Expertise in contextual targeting and viewability standards, including IAS and DoubleVerify.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset; self-starter suited for independent contractor role.

Responsibilities

  • Proactively pitch premium inventory and AI-driven capabilities to US media planners and agency leaders.
  • Source, qualify, and manage incoming RFPs, collaborating with AdOps and Yield teams for proposals.
  • Secure 'Approved Vendor' status with target agencies and close high-value deals through Direct IOs and Programmatic Guaranteed.
  • Act as the main US contact for clients, ensuring successful campaign delivery and driving account growth.
  • Provide market insights and feedback on pricing expectations and competitor movements to leadership.

Benefits

  • Competitive monthly retainer to compensate for dedicated evangelization efforts.
  • Aggressive uncapped commission structure based on net media spend.
  • Potential on-target earnings of $150,000 - $250,000+ for successful quota achievers.
Full Job Description
The Role

Company: Sparteo

Location: Remote, US (East Coast / New York preferred, but open nationwide)

Role Type: 1099 Independent Contractor (Retainer + Uncapped Commission)

Start Date: July 2026 (To capture Q4 planning)

This is not a standard SaaS tech-sales role; this is pure Media Sales. As an independent consultant working closely with our VP of Ad Solutions, you will act as the tip of the spear for Sparteo's Sales House in the US.

Your mission is to leverage your existing "Rolodex" to open doors at major HoldCos (GroupM, Omnicom, Dentsu, IPG, etc.) and leading independent agencies, responding to RFPs, and closing high-yield programmatic and direct IO deals for Q4 2026 and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
  • Business Development & Evangelization: Proactively pitch Sparteo's premium inventory, video formats, and contextual AI targeting to US media planners, programmatic buyers, and agency leadership.
  • Pipeline Management: Source, qualify, and manage incoming RFPs. Work closely with our European AdOps and Yield teams to deliver winning proposals.
  • Deal Execution: Secure "Approved Vendor" status across target agencies and close deals via Direct IOs, PMPs, and Programmatic Guaranteed (PG).
  • Account Growth: Act as the primary US point of contact for your clients. Monitor pacing, ensure successful campaign delivery with our team, and drive upsells and renewals.
  • Market Feedback: Provide on-the-ground intelligence to Sparteo's leadership regarding US market demands, pricing expectations, and competitor movements.
What We Are Looking For
  • Experience: 10+ years of proven success in digital media sales, specifically selling publisher inventory, video formats, or programmatic solutions to US agencies.
  • The Rolodex: You have active, warm relationships with decision-makers at major US HoldCos and Trading Desks. You can secure a meeting with a VP of Media or a Programmatic Director next week.
  • AdTech Expertise: Deep understanding of the programmatic ecosystem (DSPs, SSPs), contextual targeting, viewability standards (IAS, DoubleVerify), and CCPA compliance.
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset: You are a self-starter comfortable working autonomously as a 1099 Contractor in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Compensation & Structure

We believe in rewarding top performers who can unlock the US market. Our structure is designed to support you while you build your pipeline, transitioning into highly lucrative commissions.
  • Monthly Retainer: A competitive monthly retainer to secure your dedicated time and evangelization efforts.
  • Commissions: Aggressive, uncapped commission structure (percentage of Net Media Spend collected).
  • OTE (On Target Earnings): $150,000 - $250,000+ per year for a performer who hits quota, with significant upside.


Entity Demand Role Sales House Locations US Remote status Fully Remote Employment type Full-time

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