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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$70K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining local marketing! Leverage your sales expertise to design innovative campaigns, build relationships, and drive results for small businesses using cutting-edge data and ana...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $100K *

Drive innovative media solutions by crafting integrated campaigns that blend direct mail, digital, and e-commerce strategies, empowering local businesses to thrive and achieve outstanding results thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $100K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative marketing campaigns for local businesses. Leverage data-driven strategies and build lasting relationships to drive success in a dynamic and fast-paced sales...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $100K *

Innovate strategies to empower local businesses through integrated campaigns that blend direct mail, digital, and e-commerce solutions, building relationships and delivering results in a dynamic sales...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic promotional governance and analytics to optimize multi-million-dollar investments across carrier accounts, ensuring alignment with marketing KPIs and driving incremental sell-out volume...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead enterprise sales initiatives by forging client relationships, negotiating complex deals, and driving revenue growth through tailored strategies, leveraging AI tools to enhance efficiency and cust...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a traffic team to streamline processes, enhance communications, and optimize advertising placements across platforms, driving revenue growth and minimizing e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$113K - $210K *

Shape the future of sponsor analytics by leading a high-performing team to deliver actionable insights and reporting, enhancing decision-making for plan sponsors and driving healthier outcomes across...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Inspire award-winning creative solutions as an Associate Creative Director, collaborating with teams to elevate client campaigns across diverse media while fostering strong relationships and guiding j...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Innovate brand experience strategies by leveraging sports and entertainment to enhance awareness, drive engagement, and deliver impactful multi-touch campaigns while collaborating with cross-functiona...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative revenue marketing strategies for a major stadium renovation, driving premium seating sales and enhancing donor engagement through integrated camp...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by driving sales growth in SLED accounts. Leverage your expertise in telecommunications to manage existing relationships and acquire new clients, ensuring...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $210K *

Empower your career by leading the Sponsor Analytics function, delivering actionable insights and strategic reporting to enhance benefits programs and improve health outcomes for Canadians through dat...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $210K *

Transform your career by leading the Sponsor Analytics function, delivering actionable insights and reporting to enhance benefits programs and improve health outcomes for Canadians. Drive innovation a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion sales excellence by leading strategic initiatives that enhance productivity, optimize processes, and drive growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align goals and foster a culture...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing sales performance through strategic processes, tools, and collaboration with key stakeholders. Drive data-driven decision-making to enhance productivity and support busin...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$175K - $200K *

Lead and evolve omnichannel strategy across diverse clients and brands, driving integrated customer experiences that align with business objectives while enhancing strategic capabilities in a dynamic...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $170K *

Deliver strategic leadership in media planning, overseeing integrated media strategies and ensuring alignment with client objectives while managing team dynamics and project execution...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$129K - $207K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing integrated media strategies for high-profile accounts, ensuring alignment with client objectives while managing and mentoring a dynamic team in a fast-paced...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead multi-site logistics operations, driving performance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with site leaders and executives to foster a culture of accountability and conti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$114K - $200K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading engineering teams to ensure reliability and innovation in media systems. Drive strategic technology initiatives while managing day-to-day operations, fosterin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to shape and execute a unified marketing strategy, enhancing brand visibility and building a robust network of founders, LPs, and GPs. Collaborate closely with leadership to drive...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Help us amplify our brand and strategic vision as a Director of Marketing, leading cohesive efforts in digital and community engagement. Collaborate with leadership to enhance our network growth and d...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Empower a dynamic marketing strategy to elevate brand presence and community engagement. Collaborate with senior leadership to unify efforts across digital platforms, events, and network initiatives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion new business growth in live production across entertainment, news, and sports. Leverage relationships with leagues, brands, and venues to drive sales, manage proposals, and collaborate with t...

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  •   5 - 7 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

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