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 Executive, Employee Benefits
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Account Executive, Employee Benefits
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Account Executive, Employee Benefits
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Account Executive, Employee Benefits
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Join a team that's dedicated to managing client relationships and delivering strategic employee benefits solutions. This role involves developing multi-year plans, ensuring client satisfaction, and co...
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Account Executive, Employee Benefits
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Drive client success by managing employee benefits, fostering relationships, and implementing strategic plans. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure compliance, while enhanci...
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Account Executive - Technology
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Lead the charge in driving sales growth by cultivating relationships with CMT accounts, managing a pipeline up to $100M, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious revenue targ...
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Support the execution of national advertising campaigns across digital, print, and out-of-home channels. Collaborate with teams and agencies to ensure timely delivery while gaining valuable experience...
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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.