Account Executive

Stan.; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Employee Exclusives access

Digital newspaper subscription

Stan subscription voucher

Job summary

Nine is seeking an entry-level Account Executive to kick-start a career in media sales and campaign coordination across its Digital and Publishing assets. You will work with a national client base and learn from an experienced, supportive team in a fast-paced environment.

You will gain hands-on experience in reporting, optimization, and client communications while contributing to revenue growth and cross-selling opportunities.

Qualifications

• University qualification in digital media, media or communications is desirable but not required.
• Understanding of the media industry and ability to adapt to market changes.
• Ability to represent the Nine brand across multiple platforms.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular reports to clients and the team on campaign delivery.
• Conduct campaign optimisation for efficient integration and client satisfaction.
• Monitor delivery, optimise performance and report progress against client goals.
• Generate, analyse, and deliver ad hoc and month-end delivery reports and billing.
• Assist in developing business within the account and identify upsell opportunities.
• Accurate processing of advertising bookings and ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Client management

Education

University qualification in digital media/communications

Job description

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. We are home to premium, trusted news, sport and entertainment. Nine’s assets span free-to-air television, free and paid streaming, publishing and digital audio, and digital outdoor and retail media. Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones. As our iconic and emerging brands continue to evolve, we offer unique opportunities for you to bring fresh ideas, innovate, and make your mark on the future of Australian media.

Job Description

This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity, perfect for anyone looking to kick-start their career in media. You’ll gain hands‑on experience and exposure to the fast‑paced world of media sales, while learning from an experienced and supportive team.

As an Account Executive, you will be responsible for campaign coordination of inventory sales across the Nine portfolio of Digital and Publishing assets, working across a client base of national brands.

Day to day you will:

• Provide regular reports to clients and the team on the delivery of campaign
• Conduct campaign optimisation for efficient integration and media use as well as customer satisfaction
• Monitor delivery, proactively optimise performance and report progress against client goals
• Generate, analyse and deliver ad hoc and month end delivery reports and billing
• Assist in developing business within the account, identifying opportunities to up-sell and grow the business
• Accurate processing of advertising bookings and efficiency in relation to advertising operations processes and procedure
• Maximising the revenue generated from the clients within your assigned patch through optimising the success of campaigns and identifying cross selling/up‑selling opportunities
• Pro‑active post analysis of advertising campaigns (in association with ad ops) to ensure continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring:

• A University qualification in digital media, media or communications isdesirable but not required.
• An understanding of the media industry and the ability to adjust to market changes.
• The ability to represent the Nine brand out in market across multiple platforms
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers
• Access to ‘Employee Exclusives’ program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription
• More info at Nine Careers

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.