Account Director - Video

Complex Media, Inc.

Chicago, Northern (IL, KY)

Hybrid

USD 250,000 - 320,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401k with match
Paid parental leave
Flexible PTO
Life insurance

Job summary

Complex Media, Inc. is seeking an Account Director with Online Video advertising experience to drive revenue and manage strategic client relationships in the Chicago area.

You will own sales targets, stay informed on product solutions, and coordinate with internal teams to deliver campaigns from conception to completion. The role demands a proven track record in FAST-CTV/digital video sales, strong agency relationships, data-driven decision making, exceptional communication, and a proactive

Qualifications

  • 5+ years direct Online Video advertising sales experience (FAST-CTV).
  • 5+ years of digital media experience.
  • Strong relationships with Chicago-based media agencies and client-side teams.
  • Experience using data-backed insights to meet client objectives.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

  • Meet or exceed revenue goals on a quarterly/annual basis.
  • Maintain a strong knowledge of Complex's advertising products and solutions.
  • Prospect and close new account business and build existing relationships.
  • Work across departments to ensure programs are executed in full.
  • Create and deliver weekly sales reports to management.

Skills

Online video ads
Digital media
Agency relationships
Data-driven insights
Communication skills
Revenue growth
Organization
Travel readiness

Job description

Company And Culture

Complex is the definitive platform for global youth culture and music lifestyle, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge content, commerce and live experiences with unparalleled scale. Through innovative content, Complex tells stories of music, streetwear and style, sports, art and beyond. Its content engages in a dynamic conversation with the audience, reflecting and shaping the zeitgeist of convergence culture. A powerful media juggernaut paired with a curated marketplace, Complex is redefining the way fans interact with their favorite brands and artists and reshaping the future of digital culture and commerce.

Why We're Hiring

At Complex, we're looking for an experienced and motivated Account Director with Online Video (FAST-CTV / Mobile / Desktop) media background to join our team. This is a high-energy job that requires persistent interaction with clients, proven sales skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams.

What You'll Do
  • Meet or exceed revenue goals on a quarterly/annual basis
  • Maintain a strong knowledge of Complex's advertising products and solutions
  • Prospect and close new account business and build existing account relationships
  • Work across all departments to ensure that programs are executed in full
  • Create and deliver weekly sales reports to management
Who You Are
  • 5+ years direct Online Video (FAST/CTV) advertising sales experience
  • 5+ years of digital media experience
  • Strong relationships with Chicago based media agencies and client-side teams
  • Experience using data backed insights to deliver client marketing objectives
  • Exceptional communication and relationship building skills
  • Strong track record of success driving revenue through discovering, prospecting, creating new business and growing and retaining existing business
  • Well-organized, with strict attention to detail and proactive approach to problem solving
  • Ability to thrive in an energetic, fast-paced, high growth, entrepreneurial environment
  • Willingness to travel as necessary
What We Offer
  • Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Healthcare FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Commuter Benefits FSA
  • Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
  • Paid Parental leave
  • 401k with 4% match
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal and Identity Theft Plans
  • Flexible PTO

$250,000 - $320,000 a year

The Pay Range, which consists of salary and commission, for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Complex Total Rewards offerings for employees.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

Complexparticipates in E-Verify and willprovide the federal government with yourForm I-9 information to confirm that you areauthorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.

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