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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$135K - $160K *

Lead innovative sales strategies to drive new business in healthcare technology, focusing on clinical data exchange and interoperability. Engage with C-suite executives to close complex deals and enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$113K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$225K - $300K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$129K - $207K *

Take ownership of client digital accounts, driving growth and satisfaction through strategic media planning and team leadership. Collaborate across digital fields to optimize performance-based marketi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $182K *

Transform local advertising strategies by engaging high-value clients, driving campaign success, and mentoring junior team members. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational efficiency and foster...

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

$144K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $153K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $195K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $90K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $210K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$89K - $134K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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

$113K - $133K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Drive regional sales performance for our Expanded Graphite portfolio across the Americas. Lead Technical Sales and Customer Service teams, translating global strategies into actionable regional plans...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join us to drive regional sales performance for our Expanded Graphite portfolio across the Americas. Lead a dynamic team, engage with customers, and translate global strategies into actionable regiona...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize client operations by leading a distributed team to enhance sales support, streamline workflows, and improve campaign execution, ensuring a seamless experience from proposal to fulfillment whi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and market penetration through strategic sales initiatives. Build strong distributor partnerships and create demand at the end-user level while managing a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $299K *

Drive strategic media planning and execution for high-profile accounts, leading a talented team to innovate and enhance client business through integrated campaigns and omni-channel insights while ens...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

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.

  • How can I find Director, Advertising Sales jobs paying $100K or more?question toggle

    Browse Director, Advertising Sales listings on Ladders, review role requirements and compensation details, and set job alerts for new opportunities that fit your experience.