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Account Director, Video Content
Location
United States
Posted
128 days ago
Salary
$120K - $130K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Account Director, Video Content
Ziff Davis
• Exceed ambitious sales targets by identifying, prospecting, and closing new business opportunities with advertising agencies serving QSR and CPG clients • Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers at agencies, including media planners, buyers, and account directors • Articulate the value proposition of our CPV video advertising platform, tailoring presentations and proposals to meet the specific objectives and challenges of agency clients • Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and client needs within the QSR and CPG sectors to inform sales strategies and product development • Work closely with internal teams, including Ad Operations, Marketing, and Product, to ensure seamless campaign execution and client satisfaction • Accurately forecast sales pipeline and provide regular reports on sales activities and progress towards goals • Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms for both the client and the company
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
- 7+ years of proven success in digital media sales, with a strong emphasis on video advertising
- Demonstrable experience selling to advertising agencies, particularly those with QSR and/or CPG clients
- Deep understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem, including programmatic buying, ad serving, and performance metrics (CPV, CTR, VCR, etc.)
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to tell a compelling story
- Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel)
- Existing network of contacts within QSR and CPG-focused advertising agencies
- Experience with CPV or performance-based advertising models
Benefits
- comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- life and disability benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flexible Time Off
- Volunteer Time Off
- paid holidays
- family building and caregiving support
- generous Family Care and Parental leave
- Fitness Reimbursement
- access to wellness programs
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