Digital Account Executive

Job Description

Job Summary

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world.

We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, SundanceTV and WE tv; and film distribution labels IFC Films and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe; and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking a Digital Account Executive on our Ad Sales team reporting to the VP, Advanced Advertising Sales based in our New York, New York office.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert on digital and programmatic related topics
• Leverage data, insights and technology to build successful client solutions across AMC Networks Digital footprint
• Onboard, manage and drive Digital sales across new and existing clients
• Work in conjunction with the AMC Networks Sales team to drive digital & programmatic revenue with agency and client partners
• Build and manage a pipeline that focuses on client direct relationships, digital first buyers, programmatic marketers and agency traders
• Participate in regular Digital sales meetings and provide ongoing reporting and feedback to sales management
• Utilize Salesforce to track all pertinent account information and sales progress as well as forecast and prioritize to achieve quarterly and annual quotas
• Stay active with key industry events, trends, and emerging ad technologies

Qualifications (Required & Preferred)

• 5+ years of Digital, AdTech and programmatic advertising sales
• Strong understanding and knowledge of the digital & programmatic landscape including advanced digital products, technology, techniques, partners, and business models
• Strong personal relationships with leading digital media agencies, digital first buyers and programmatic advertisers
• Demonstrated success in a goal-oriented, highly accountable sales environment
• The ideal candidate must thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a high level of intellectual curiosity, focus on generating results and exhibit the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics
• Must be a team-player, able to work across teams and function in a highly dynamic organization
• Must have excellent communication and proven relationship-building skills, strong written and demonstrated oral presentation skills
• Strong organizational, detail, problem-solving and follow-up skills

The base compensation range for this position is $130,000.00 to $145,000.00 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.