Account Manager (Leave Cover)

Paramount Pictures; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Paramount+ subscription

Job summary

Paramount ANZ is seeking an experienced Ad Sales Account Manager to join our high‑performing team in Sydney on a leave cover contract. You will represent and sell advertising across the Paramount ecosystem, including Network Ten, while building strong client relationships and delivering integrated cross‑platform solutions.

You will lead and mentor a team, engage with agencies, and stay ahead of media trends to maximise revenue opportunities across TV, BVOD, SVOD, and related channels.

Qualifications

• Account management experience in advertising and/or media sectors.
• Demonstrated experience in a sales-focused role and pitching solutions to clients.
• A passion for content, streaming, advertising innovation and audience behaviour.
• Understanding of the broader media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic portfolio of Agency/Direct clients with revenue targets across TV, BVOD, SVOD.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and tailor solutions to objectives.
• Prospect and present opportunities to media agencies with cross‑platform solutions.
• Mentor and support Account Executives to improve team performance.
• Stay informed on industry trends to identify risks or opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver seamless sales strategies.
• Drive new business growth by prospecting new clients.
• Champion process improvements to streamline campaigns and services.

Skills

Account management

Sales experience

Media advertising knowledge

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in media/communications/business

Job description

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We’vegot the brands,we’vegot the stars,we’vegot thepowerto achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now allwe’remissing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV,Network 10 (Australia)and Channel 5 (UK).

In Australia, we deliver premium content on any screen, anytime, anywhere, via an enhanced viewing ecosystem.We pride ourselves on creating content that gets people talking.What’smore, you can watch and stream for free on 10,10 Drama, 10 Comedy and Nickelodeon,plusa vast array of Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV(FAST channels)as well as 10 Streaming and on SVOD with Paramount+.

We now have a rare opportunity for an experienced Ad Sales Account Manager to join our industry-recognised team in SYDNEY on a leave cover contract.

What you’ll do as an Account Manager- Ad Sales:

As an Account Manager you will work within Paramount’s high performing Ad Sales team representing and selling advertising across the Paramount ecosystem including Network Ten. You will be a champion of TV/Streaming and display a firm understanding of the role it plays in delivering effective outcomes for your portfolio of clients. You will act as the face of the Paramount brand in market, representing with passion, maximising revenue opportunities, creating best-in-class strategic solutions, and building meaningful relationships with your partners.

Some of the key responsibilities include:

• Leading a dynamic portfolio of Agency/Direct clients with accountability for achieving revenue, increasing market share and yield targets across the wider Paramount playground (TV, BVOD, SVOD).
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, understanding their business objectives and providing tailored solutions.
• Proactively engage with media agencies via regular in person meetings and presentations to pitch creative opportunities and integrated cross-platform solutions.
• Mentoring and guiding Account Executives, fostering a positive team culture by providing training and support to enhance the skills and performance of the overall team.
• Educating yourself on the evolving media landscape by staying informed on industry trends, competitors and market conditions to identify any potential risks or opportunities for growth.
• Collaborating with all internal stakeholders within the business ie: Digital, Regional, Commercial Data & Innovation, Paramount Brand Studio, Sport, Revenue etc to provide seamless sales strategies for your clients and content led partnership opportunities.
• Driving new business growth by proactively prospecting and qualifying new clients
• Champion internal process improvements, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance productivity in campaign delivery and client service.

What are the benefits?

• Representing some of the world’s most powerful media & entertainment brands and content
• Ability to thrive in a highly successful Sales team who work hard and celebrate success regularly.
• Free subscription to Paramount + amongst other benefits

What are we looking for in an Account Manager? What’s important?

• Account management experience in advertising and/or media sectors
• Demonstrated experience in a sales-focused role and pitching solutions to clients
• A passion for content, streaming, advertising innovation and audience behaviour
• Understanding of the broader media landscape
• Strong agency/buyer relationshipshighly regarded
• Bachelor’s degree in media, Communications, Business, Marketing or related field highly regarded but not essential.

Paramount ANZ is proud to be recognised by Diversity Council Australia as a 2024-2025 Inclusive Employer.

Paramountembraces differences and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of factors such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property or birth. These grounds also include age, nationality, marital status, disability, place of residence and sexual orientation.

Paramount acknowledges and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of the lands where we live, learn and work, and honours their continuing connection and care for Country and storytelling.

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Reasonable adjustments

Paramount recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and be considered for this position. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to help set you up for success please contact us at [e-mail] include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times.