Advertising Sales Executives help businesses reach audiences by selling advertising solutions across channels such as digital media, television, radio, print, and out-of-home. These roles combine consultative selling, market knowledge, and relationship management to connect client goals with effective campaigns. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.
Advertising sales professionals identify prospective clients, understand their marketing objectives, recommend media placements, and negotiate agreements. They may develop proposals, coordinate campaign details with internal teams, monitor performance, and maintain client relationships to support renewals and account growth. Responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and sales seniority.
Employers commonly seek strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Experience with consultative or business-to-business sales, advertising products, digital marketing, media planning, or customer relationship management (CRM) tools can be valuable. Senior positions may also emphasize strategic account planning, pipeline forecasting, and a record of meeting revenue targets.
Advertising Sales Executives may advance into senior sales, major account, sales leadership, or broader media and marketing roles. Compensation can include base salary, commissions, and bonuses, with earnings shaped by experience, territory, client portfolio, and employer. Browse Ladders listings to find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Search current openings by location, industry, and experience level. Review role requirements and compensation details to identify opportunities that match your strengths and career goals.
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Account Director Senior Large Enterprise Forward Deployed
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Transform enterprise engagement by driving technology adoption and growth. Lead strategic initiatives across large accounts, leveraging deep market insights to deliver measurable outcomes and foster e...
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Account Director Senior Large Enterprise Forward Deployed
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Account Director Senior Large Enterprise Forward Deployed
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Account Director Senior Large Enterprise Forward Deployed
$132K - $185K *
Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales by driving technology adoption and growth. You'll engage with global accounts, translating business priorities into measurable outcomes while shaping a c...
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Account Director Senior Large Enterprise Forward Deployed
$126K - $185K *
Shape enterprise growth by translating customer needs into measurable outcomes. Drive technology adoption and build trusted relationships across large accounts, leveraging your expertise in complex sa...
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Transform marketing strategies to drive growth and engagement across public and private sectors. Lead integrated marketing efforts, brand positioning, and customer marketing services while leveraging...
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What does an Advertising Sales Executive do?
An Advertising Sales Executive sells advertising products or services, helps clients choose placements that support their marketing goals, negotiates agreements, and develops ongoing client relationships.
What qualifications are commonly required for Advertising Sales Executive jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often value sales experience, clear communication, negotiation, presentation skills, and familiarity with advertising or media. Some roles request a bachelor’s degree, digital advertising knowledge, or experience using CRM tools.
How much can an Advertising Sales Executive earn?
Pay depends on factors such as location, experience, employer, and sales results. Compensation may include salary, commission, and bonuses. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Where do Advertising Sales Executives work?
They work for media companies, advertising platforms, publishers, broadcasters, agencies, and other businesses that sell advertising solutions across digital and traditional channels.
How can I find Advertising Sales Executive jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Advertising Sales Executive listings on Ladders and review each posting’s salary information, location, responsibilities, and qualifications to find a suitable opportunity.