WEBTOON is seeking a high-performing Client Partner, Advertising Sales to join our U.S. Ads team. This role is ideal for a relationship-driven seller with a strong track record of building pipelines, developing agency and advertiser partnerships, and closing digital advertising deals.
The right candidate brings an existing network within the advertising ecosystem, or a demonstrated ability to build one quickly, and knows how to turn market opportunity into revenue. Just as important, this person is a thoughtful, low-ego partner who builds trust internally and externally, works well cross-functionally, and contributes to a collaborative team culture.
This is a
temp-to-hire opportunity intended to identify a top-tier long-term addition to the team.
Candidates should operate at full-time caliber from day one and be ready to contribute immediately.
Initially, this role will begin as a 3-month temporary assignment. Following a successful performance evaluation at the 3-month mark, the role will convert to a permanent, full-time position.
Key Responsibilities:- Own the full sales cycle for advertising partnerships, from prospecting and pitching through negotiation, closing, and handoff.
- Build and grow relationships with advertisers, agencies, and key decision-makers across assigned categories or accounts.
- Leverage an existing network-or proactively develop one-to create new business opportunities and expand WEBTOON's presence in the market.
- Identify, prioritize, and pursue high-potential advertisers and agency partners using market insights, category knowledge, and outbound sales strategies.
- Develop strategic, customized advertising solutions that align with client objectives and showcase the value of WEBTOON's platform and audience.
- Serve as a strong commercial lead in client conversations, with a focus on advancing opportunities and closing revenue.
- Respond to RFPs and develop client-ready proposals, recommendations, and presentations.
- Partner effectively with internal teams, including Ad Operations, Sales Support, and other cross-functional stakeholders, to ensure smooth campaign launch and a strong client experience.
- Maintain accurate pipeline visibility, forecasting, and account updates in Salesforce or other CRM tools.
- Stay current on digital media, advertising, and category trends to effectively position WEBTOON in a competitive marketplace.
- Contribute to a collaborative, team-first sales culture by sharing insights, communicating clearly, and operating with professionalism and maturity.
Minimum Qualifications:- 5-8 years of demonstrated success in a sales, account management, or business development role, preferably selling digital media, programmatic, or advertising solutions.
- Proven ability to thrive in a team-based, collaborative sales environment with a focus on collective success over individual targets.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business, Marketing, Communications, etc.).
- Excellent presentation, negotiation, and client management skills.
- High proficiency in CRM systems and pipeline reporting.
- Must be highly organized, self-directed, and possess a strong commitment to team goals.
- Interest in advertising, digital media, and entertainment/fandom culture (e.g., comics, anime, novels, or pop culture) is a plus.
Salary Range and Description$93,000 - $161,000 / annually
Please note, the above range is listed in USD.
$93,000 - $161,000 a year
Please note, the range above is listed in USD.
What we offer (For Full-Time Only):* Career development; we believe in mentorship and investing in your learning, supporting you to achieve your goals
* Health benefits, including vision and dental!
* Generous PTO and Parental Leave Top-up
* 401K Contributions
* Commuter Benefits
* Global WEBTOON and LINE FRIENDS discount program
* Winter break shutdown and a whole lot more!
With approximately 155 million monthly active users, WEBTOON Entertainment's IP & Creator Ecosystem of aligned brands and platforms include WEBTOON, Wattpad--the world's leading webnovel platform--WEBTOON Productions, Studio N, Studio LICO, WEBTOON Unscrolled, LINE MANGA, and eBookJapan, among others.
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