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Original Job Post

Yahoo · 2 days ago

Account Director

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director

$218K/yr - $474K/yr

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Identify and prioritize high-potential target clients for AOL’s premium advertising solutions

Develop and execute a sales strategy to meet or exceed revenue targets through the sale of web and mobile, video, native, editorial integrations, social integrations, and custom programming development

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and agencies, from prospecting to contract execution and beyond

Stay abreast of key industry trends and competitive offerings to inform content, product, and media narratives in the market

Create and present proposals that address the client’s specific business objectives and marketing challenges

Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure that bespoke ad deals are tailored to meet the client’s needs

Qualification

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Direct SalesMedia Environment KnowledgeSales Target AchievementClient Relationship ManagementData AnalysisProblem-SolvingCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementPassionate

Required

5 - 10+ years of relevant experience in direct sales for a media brand

Deep understanding of the media environment, including the ability to speak knowledgeably about industry trends and client challenges

Strong track record of success in meeting or exceeding sales targets

Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and develop compelling proposals

Substantial experience presenting to existing and prospective clients

Established relationships with key contacts at holding companies, agencies, and client direct marketing departments

Ability to understand and leverage data and insights

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple client relationships and opportunities

Passionate about the AOL mission

Benefits

Healthcare

401K savings plan

Company holidays

Vacation

Sick time

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Company

Yahoo

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Yahoo is a technology and media company that serves users through its portfolio of digital platforms, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Verizon Media.

Founded in 1994

Sunnyvale, California, USA

10,001+ employees