Account Manager

NewsBreak; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision care

401(K) plan with company matching

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

FSA and commuter benefits programs

Team activity budget

Job summary

NewsBreak in Mountain View, California is seeking a sales-driven Account Manager to join our Ad Platform team. The role focuses on converting existing sign-ups into paid advertisers, managing client onboarding, and optimizing advertiser performance. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in account management along with a bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing.

We offer health, dental, and vision care, a top-tier 401(K) plan, paid time off, and an engaging work environment. Join us to make a meaningful impact!

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in account management or client services roles in digital marketing.
• Proven track record of growing account revenue and developing custom media strategies.
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Convert existing sign-ups to paid advertisers.
• Handle all aspects of client onboarding.
• Identify high-value opportunities for account management.
• Provide proactive account management.
• Collaborate with the product team for feedback.
• Utilize knowledge of ad server technology to support clients.

Skills

Account management

Digital marketing

Sales strategies

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field

Tools

Digital advertising platforms

Ad server technologies

Job description

Mountain View, California, United States

About NewsBreak

Founded in 2015, NewsBreak is the Content Intelligence platform shaping the future content economy. With over 40 million monthly active users, our flagship platform delivers highly personalized local news and information powered by advanced AI, recommendation systems, and adtech.

Recognized by Fast Company as #32 on the Top Workplaces for Innovators, we’re proud to be Great Place to Work certified and home to a dynamic team of technologists, product innovators, and business leaders who are passionate about solving meaningful challenges at scale.

Together, we reached unicorn status in 2021, and we remain committed to continuing this high-growth trajectory with the right team to fulfill our mission: building the infrastructure layer for content intelligence.

About the Role

NewsBreak is looking for a sales-driven Account Manager to enhance our Ad Platform team. This role involves converting existing sign-ups to paid advertisers, managing client onboarding, and identifying high‑value opportunities for account management. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of sales strategies and the ability to provide data‑driven account management.

Responsibilities

• Actively review and reach out to existing sign-ups to convert them into paid advertisers.
• Handle all aspects of client onboarding, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
• Identify and pursue high‑value opportunities for account management, distinguishing between potential managed accounts and self‑service.
• Provide proactive account management, continuously seeking ways to optimize advertiser performance and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the product team to provide feedback and contribute to scalable solutions.
• Utilize knowledge of ad server technology and event tracking to troubleshoot and support clients effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in account management and/or client services roles in digital marketing or ad tech.
• Proven track record of growing account revenue, developing custom media strategies, and managing product testing roadmaps.
• Knowledge of the apps industry; experience working in or with apps companies is an advantage.
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability in sales and converting leads into clients.
• Familiarity with digital advertising platforms and ad server technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision care for you and your family.
• Top‑tier 401(K) plan with company matching.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• FSA and commuter benefits programs.
• Team activity budget.

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is listed below. Pay may vary based on a number of factors including job‑related skills, level, experience, geographic location and relevant education or training. At NewsBreak, we design our overall rewards package to attract top talents. Depending on the position, the role may also be eligible for discretionary bonus and options. Your recruiter can share more details during the hiring process.