Account Director, AOL - JR0024130_IL

at Yahoo! Inc. in Champaign, Illinois, United States

Job Description

AOL is a global media and technology company, representing the best of premium content and innovative platforms. Originally known as America Online, we once connected over 35 million people to the internet, becoming a cultural icon and business behemoth. We recognized digital as the future of media and set out to build a network to enable our company-and our users and partners-to capitalize on this new world. We've always had the drive and innovative thinking to mobilize the future. Now, we have the tools, the reach, and the resources to make this future a reality. We just need YOU!

Account Director, AOL

AOL is looking for an experienced Account Director to further the development of our strategic sales efforts and revenue pipeline across current and prospective advertising partners. This role will understand, define, and execute on our revenue goals. We are seeking a candidate who has depth of experience selling premium advertising offerings, developing strategic proposals and plans for large scale spenders, a granular understanding of the digital media landscape, and polished strategic relationship management skills.

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

Qualifications :

• 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

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