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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$118K - $177K *

Empower customer success as you remotely manage accounts, support sales strategies, and identify growth opportunities in a dynamic digital landscape, collaborating closely with our Enterprise Sales Ex...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$119K - $140K *

Drive strategic outbound sales efforts to secure new enterprise accounts, leveraging your expertise in solution selling and relationship building with C-suite executives to expand market presence and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $118K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in paid search advertising, driving client success through innovative strategies and performance optimization while fostering professional growth and collabo...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $118K *

Drive success by leading a dynamic team in paid search advertising, optimizing client strategies, and enhancing performance metrics. Foster talent development while managing key client relationships t...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$101K - $130K *

Drive financial excellence in the sales organization by managing P&L, optimizing trade spend, and delivering actionable insights to support growth and profitability objectives. Collaborate with leader...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Elevate revenue growth by driving sales of innovative traffic management solutions to government agencies. Collaborate with partners, identify opportunities, and build strong relationships to achieve...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving new business growth across North America by identifying and securing opportunities with automotive distributors, resellers, and enterprise customers, while fostering long-te...

Nashville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $136K *

Take ownership of client relationships in the Financial Services sector, driving sales growth through upselling and prospecting. Leverage your expertise to influence decision-makers and contribute to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic partner in business development, driving revenue through VARs and resellers. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance partner engagement and pipeline creation, ensu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and market expansion while managing a team of Territory Managers. Collaborate cross-functionally to align strategies and foster strong customer relationships...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$162K - $228K *

Transform the Ad Tech landscape by leading cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery and execution of complex technology portfolios, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Drive strategic growth by leading a high-performing team to enhance customer relationships and sales strategies. Oversee National Account partnerships, implement innovative solutions, and achieve ambi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving strategic partnerships in Retail and Hospitality. Manage relationships with technology providers, identify growth opportunities, and develop compelling business cases to enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $90K *

Drive strategic account management and expansion across a diverse client portfolio while fostering strong relationships, ensuring operational excellence, and leveraging insights for client success in...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to refine operational practices and elevate creative production. Drive AI-first workflows, manage projects, and ensure brand compliance while optimizing performance and efficiency acro...

Myrtle Point, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion new business development by identifying and converting revenue opportunities across enterprise customers and technology partners, driving growth and establishing long-term relationships in a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Drive growth by managing key relationships and delivering innovative media solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to address customer needs, leading large sales opportunities and providing expert...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $352K *

Shape the future of marketing compliance by leading automation initiatives, overseeing review processes, and driving collaboration across teams. This hands-on role combines strategic oversight with di...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $215K *

Lead the sales strategy and team for a fast-growing EdTech startup, driving new revenue and building scalable processes. Engage with key stakeholders in higher education while coaching a high-performi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Drive growth by leading integrated marketing strategies across channels, optimizing customer acquisition, retention, and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage data and techno...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$260K - $358K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth through strategic GSI partnerships. Own multi-million-dollar deals, execute joint account planning, and build trusted relationships to accelerate enterprise A...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$255K - $310K *

Lead a high-performing team to execute market access strategies, optimize payer engagement, and enhance product positioning. Drive collaboration across stakeholders to ensure effective reimbursement a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving customer growth and engagement through consultative selling, leveraging AI insights to enhance account strategies and foster strong relationships with existing clients and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $250K *

Drive portfolio value creation through strategy execution, leveraging your extensive experience in revenue growth and go-to-market capabilities to lead engagements and mentor GTM teams across technolo...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $195K *

Transform enterprise sales and modernization for retirement technology. Lead a team of Sales Engineers, engaging with diverse stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions and drive impactful customer ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.

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    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.

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    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.

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

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