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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$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by owning executive-level client relationships, driving integrated strategies, and leading action-oriented touchpoints that translate insights into measurable outcomes while championi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $235K *

Lead North America strategic engagement with FAA and NAV CANADA, driving growth through executive relationships and operational initiatives. Shape multi-year adoption roadmaps for space-based surveill...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at revenue growth and client retention by managing a high-performing sales team. Lead business development initiatives, foster client relationships, and ensure optimal execution of...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $250K *

Champion a high-impact media investment strategy for a leading Financial Services account. Drive performance across channels, manage a talented team, and collaborate with C-suite executives to achieve...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $135K *

Elevate sales success by driving revenue growth across diverse alternative channels while crafting innovative strategies for our expanding publishing portfolio. Collaborate with teams to maximize oppo...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team driving digital advertising technology and revenue systems. Lead product strategy, oversee vendor relationships, and ensure accurate revenue reporting while foster...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$93K - $165K *

Deliver exceptional programmatic sales results while fostering relationships and driving growth in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. Leverage deep industry knowledge to identify opportunities and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

The Account Director, Content will lead account teams and manage projects within the Film/Television/Streaming sector, developing and executing integrated media and communications strategies. This rol...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$106K - $171K *

Oversee a team of National Account Service Managers, ensuring exceptional client service, driving retention and growth, and fostering relationships with internal and external partners to achieve sales...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Unlock growth by leading sales initiatives and driving new opportunities in Salesforce services. Collaborate with teams to develop strategic solutions, manage client relationships, and exceed revenue...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower growth by leading sales initiatives, driving new opportunities, and collaborating with teams to deliver Salesforce solutions that meet client needs and exceed revenue targets in a dynamic envi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Engage and lead a dynamic sales team to optimize strategies, enhance performance, and drive revenue growth. Collaborate with marketing and operations to refine sales processes and ensure effective tra...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional client service within a dynamic creative agency. Drive integrated campaigns, foster relationships, and influence strategic initiatives to elevate brand impact...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading marketing operations to enhance efficiency, drive demand generation, and optimize analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable systems that support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic partnerships in the media solutions space, focusing on activation and measurement in the NAM region. Engage and manage partner relationships to achieve revenue targets and enable colla...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to strategic partner growth by developing vital alliances in media insights, driving revenue through collaboration and activation strategies tailored for the NAM region, while enhancing cus...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in forging strategic partnerships that drive revenue growth through innovative media solutions, enhancing customer engagement and insights across the NAM region while managing partner...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by developing strategic partnerships to drive engagement and revenue growth. Lead partner relationships in the media solutions sector, focusing on analytics and measurement to enha...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at strategic partnerships by leveraging analytics and media solutions to drive customer engagement in the NAM region. Develop, manage, and grow channel relationships while meeting...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Empower revenue growth through strategic partner relationships, focusing on activation, measurement, and analytics in a dynamic environment. Lead initiatives across the partner lifecycle, driving succ...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape strategic partnerships by engaging clients to enhance our data-driven media solutions. Drive revenue growth by building robust partner relationships and executing tailored strategies within the...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building strategic partnerships to leverage media solutions, enhancing customer engagement through targeting, measurement, and analytics in the NAM region. Drive revenue growth and...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $185K *

Empower a dynamic media operations team by building processes, leading automation initiatives, and managing financial operations. Drive compliance and optimize workflows to enhance client service and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $185K *

Unlock operational excellence by building and leading media operations from the ground up. Drive process optimization, financial management, and team development within a dynamic, multi-channel enviro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $185K *

Lead the development of media operations, driving process optimization and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial operations and client relationships while managing a...

1 week ago

  •   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

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