Director, Advertising Sales Jobs

Explore Director, Advertising Sales opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to grow advertising revenue, develop client partnerships, and guide high-performing sales teams. These roles span media, digital publishing, broadcasting, technology, and other sectors where advertising is a key source of growth. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you find senior advertising sales positions that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Advertising Sales Do?

Directors of Advertising Sales set revenue strategy and lead the teams responsible for selling advertising products and solutions. They build relationships with agencies, brands, and major accounts; identify new business opportunities; and collaborate with marketing, product, and operations teams to create effective campaigns. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on digital, programmatic, broadcast, print, sponsorship, or integrated media sales.

Common Responsibilities and Qualifications

Typical responsibilities include setting sales targets, managing pipelines and forecasts, negotiating complex agreements, developing pricing and go-to-market plans, and coaching account executives. Employers commonly seek a strong record of meeting or exceeding revenue goals, experience managing teams or strategic accounts, persuasive communication and negotiation skills, and a detailed understanding of advertising markets and sales analytics. Familiarity with ad technology, media measurement, and customer relationship management tools may also be valuable.

Advertising Sales Director Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies by industry, location, company size, and the scope of the role. Senior positions may include base salary, commissions, bonuses, or other incentives. Ladders focuses on professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, so you can explore roles aligned with experienced sales leadership. Career paths may lead to vice president of sales, chief revenue officer, or broader commercial leadership positions.

Find Director, Advertising Sales Jobs on Ladders

Search current Director, Advertising Sales openings to compare employers, responsibilities, and compensation. Create or update your Ladders profile, highlight measurable revenue results and team leadership, and set job alerts to hear about relevant opportunities. Explore vetted $100K+ roles and take the next step in your advertising sales career.

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$100K - $231K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic advisor, driving clinical priorities and operational excellence. Collaborate with leaders to translate strategy into action, enhance provider performance, and suppor...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $118K *

Engage in driving revenue growth by expanding strategic partnerships and acquiring new enterprise clients. Merge expansion selling with net-new enterprise acquisition to establish a repeatable sales m...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive revenue growth and strategic account management across a diverse portfolio. You'll own the full sales cycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build lasting relatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in full-funnel paid social strategy, execution, and optimization for high-growth clients. Collaborate with teams to deliver integrated marketing solutions and drive measurable business...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$240K - $280K *

Drive sales excellence by leading a high-performing team, executing strategic territory plans, and fostering consultative relationships with key customers to enhance revenue and market share...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $122K *

Champion client partnerships by driving strategic media campaigns and fostering relationships. Leverage your expertise in DTC paid media to enhance client success and team collaboration, ensuring impa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth in the retail sector by driving account development and sales. Leverage strong customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and profitability while effectively managing your sales pi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage with a talented team to drive growth and innovation in pharma sales. Own the sales cycle from strategic prospecting to closing high-impact deals, while developing key relationships that enhance...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $260K *

Drive new business initiatives and lead a high-performing team to exceed sales targets. Develop innovative strategies, coach your team, and create a culture of success in a fast-paced, remote environm...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$176K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing high-performing partnerships and teams to drive growth in North America's aftermarket channel, collaborating across functions to enhance partner performance and customer...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$124K - $205K *

Optimize marketing operations by managing systems, data, and processes to drive pipeline growth. Lead HubSpot and Salesforce integration, oversee lifecycle reporting, and implement AI solutions while...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving growth with top Global Strategic Accounts in the media and entertainment sector. Forge strong partnerships, develop strategic visions, and implement innovative initiatives t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Unlock your potential as you design and operationalize strategic processes for commercial success, guiding sales and account management teams to enhance skills and boost effectiveness in a dynamic B2B...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Innovate creative strategies by leading diverse teams to deliver impactful communication projects, ensuring design and copy harmonize with strategic insights across various media channels...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Deliver strategic enterprise sales initiatives by driving new business, nurturing key client relationships, and leveraging technical resources to capture major accounts across North America and expand...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in driving new business growth across complex technology solutions. Empower senior client relationships and oversee the complete sales lifecycle, leveraging expertise to navigate and n...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Drive new business growth by engaging scholarly publishers, managing the sales cycle, and collaborating with teams to tailor solutions that meet client needs. Leverage industry insights and strategic...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $129K *

Empower growth by crafting integrated marketing strategies that engage customers and drive demand. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business priorities into actionable campaigns an...

New York, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$187K - $210K *

Champion operational excellence by leading Product Operations, driving innovation, and optimizing workflows. Manage a dedicated team to enhance product delivery, streamline processes, and ensure align...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and build long-term accounts, all while...

Tacoma, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing advertising impact for clients. As a strategic advisor, you'll manage campaigns, analyze performance, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive success and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Transform client relationships and drive growth strategies within HHS, leveraging market insights and technology to identify opportunities and enhance mission impact. Engage directly with stakeholders...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $247K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing team in a client-centric role. Shape strategic partnerships with enterprise clients, architect tailored ad solutions, and leverage analytics to optimi...

Richmond, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Champion growth strategies across HHS, leveraging deep market knowledge and relationships to drive business development, capture, and delivery in a dynamic federal health environment...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $220K *

Unlock potential by driving new business in the Data Privacy sector, utilizing consultative sales techniques to meet client needs and exceed revenue goals while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Advertising Sales do?question toggle

    A Director of Advertising Sales leads revenue strategy and sales teams, builds relationships with advertisers and agencies, manages major accounts, and develops plans to meet growth targets.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Advertising Sales jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial advertising or media sales experience, a history of achieving revenue goals, team leadership skills, and expertise in client development, negotiation, forecasting, and sales analytics.

  • How much do Director of Advertising Sales jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, employer, and responsibilities. Compensation may include base salary, commissions, and bonuses. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where do Directors of Advertising Sales work?question toggle

    These leaders work across media, digital publishing, broadcasting, technology, and other industries that sell advertising, sponsorships, or related marketing solutions.

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