Real Money Gaming Ads Sales Executive

Yahoo Holdings Inc. in

Baltimore (MD)

Hybrid

USD 163,000 - 340,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Yahoo Holdings Inc. is seeking a results-driven Account Executive for the Betting & Predictions vertical.

You will drive revenue growth by partnering with sportsbooks, iGaming operators, daily fantasy and prediction platforms, and related agencies, leveraging Yahoo Sports and Yahoo Fantasy among other assets. You will build relationships with marketing decision-makers, develop data-driven advertising solutions, and manage opportunities through a structured sales process in a highly regulated

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.
Track record of success in digital advertising sales within premium publisher, media, or ad technology.
Experience with sportsbooks, iGaming or casino operators, daily fantasy, prediction markets, or betting-focused agencies is strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem including premium media, programmatic advertising, audience targeting, measurement, and omnichannel marketing.
Working knowledge of the regulatory environment for betting and gaming advertising or the ability to learn quickly.
Demonstrated ability to build senior-level relationships and develop long-term partnerships.
Strong consultative selling, negotiation, and presentation skills with a history of meeting/exceeding revenue targets.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable client recommendations.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills; highly collaborative across functions.
Self-motivated, adaptable, thrive in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a sales plan to achieve/exceed revenue targets within Betting & Predictions.
Identify and cultivate new business with operators, platforms, and agencies while expanding existing partnerships.
Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline with accurate revenue forecasting.
Position Yahoo Sports, Yahoo Fantasy, Yahoo Finance, and omnichannel offerings to a market-focused category.
Navigate seasonality and peak acquisition windows to optimize performance.
Collaborate with internal teams to shape account strategy and growth opportunities.
Establish and maintain trusted relationships with decision-makers across operators and partners.
Deliver compelling presentations and business reviews showcasing Yahoo's capabilities.
Provide exceptional client service to drive long-term partnerships and revenue growth.