Digital Ad Sales Executive - Hybrid NYC, Commission

U.S. News & World Report; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

U.S. News & World Report in New York seeks an Account Executive to drive revenue across display, programmatic, and branded content solutions. You will work with agencies and clients to build lasting partnerships and support revenue objectives across finance, travel, and tech.

The role offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment with significant growth potential and requires travel as needed. A bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years in digital ad sales are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in digital advertising sales with revenue responsibility or growth objectives.
• Strong interest in building a long-term career in digital ad sales.
• Familiarity with digital media products including display, programmatic and branded content.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed goals through persistence, organization, and follow-up.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; confident speaking with clients, prospects, and internal stakeholders.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through on deliverables; demonstrated experience with CRM platforms to track and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Achieve quarterly and annual revenue goals through proactive prospecting, client outreach, and strategic pitching.
• Generate new business through presentations, meetings, and participation in industry events and conferences.
• Manage and grow relationships with agencies and direct clients across multiple verticals.
• Negotiate and structure deals with agency and client decision-makers.
• Communicate effectively around major rankings launches, product updates, and key tentpole moments in the U.S. News editorial calendar.
• Develop a deep understanding of the U.S. News brand, audience, advertising solutions, and market differentiators.
• Partner with account management, marketing, strategy, and product teams to ensure effective campaign activation and client satisfaction.
• Track progress toward sales targets to ensure consistent growth and accountability.
• Willingness to travel as business requires.

Skills

Digital ad sales

CRM experience

Client presentations

Relationship building

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

U.S. News & World Report in New York seeks an Account Executive to drive revenue across display, programmatic, and branded content solutions. You will work with agencies and clients to build lasting partnerships and support revenue objectives across finance, travel, and tech.

The role offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment with significant growth potential and requires travel as needed. A bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years in digital ad sales are preferred.