Sales Director (Media)

JOLT Charge; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k)

Parental Leave

Job summary

JOLT Charge, Inc. is seeking a highly capable Sales Director to lead end-to-end sales in the U.S. market. You will spearhead direct and programmatic revenue growth, manage senior agency relationships, and negotiate long-term deals while collaborating across Marketing, Ad Operations, and Data teams.

You will drive data-informed strategies, build compelling sales narratives, and oversee campaign execution from prospecting to post-campaign review. This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of sales or advertising experience, ideally in out-of-home, digital advertising, or DOOH.
• Strong relationships with agencies and direct clients.
• Comfort moving between direct and programmatic selling; familiarity with SSPs, DSPs, PMPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting to negotiation, closing, and post-campaign review.
• Own revenue growth across direct advertiser, agency, and programmatic partnerships.
• Build and maintain senior relationships with agencies and direct advertisers, driving renewals and upsell opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to set up PMP deals and programmatic opportunities; monitor pacing and performance.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to guide strategy and optimize performance.
• Develop media recommendations and campaign strategies aligned to client objectives; ensure on-time activation and budget adherence.
• Partner with Marketing, Account Management, Ad Operations, Data & Insights to deliver strong campaign execution.
• Manage your revenue pipeline and nurture relationships across agencies, brands, and programmatic partners.

Skills

Sales experience

Agency relationships

Programmatic knowledge

CRM (Salesforce)

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Media/Marketing/Business

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Salary range: $125,000 - $135,000 per year + Quarterly Sales Bonus + Equity
About JOLT
JOLT is a global digital out-of-home (DOOH) and electric vehicle charging company, operating across Australia, the UK, Canada, and New Zealand, and now expanding into the United States.
We combine EV charging infrastructure with premium digital media, connecting brands with people in high-attention, real-world locations such as retail, dining, and urban streets, while supporting everyday charging needs for drivers.
In 2026, JOLT will enter the US through the acquisition of a substantial portion of the Volta Media Network from Shell, adding thousands of charging and media sites across major US markets. This is a rare opportunity to join a growing global business at a pivotal moment and help build its next chapter in the US.
About the Role
The Sales Director is responsible for driving commercial performance across a defined U.S. territory. You will lead end-to-end sales efforts, cultivate agency and client relationships, pitch high-impact media solutions, and deliver revenue growth using a data-driven, strategic approach.
This is a role for someone who is hungry, sharp, commercial, and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. You’ll be the key face of JOLT in-market building strong partnerships, crafting compelling value propositions, and securing long-term deals.

Own the End-to-End Sales Process

• Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting to negotiation, closing, and post-campaign review.
• Identify high-value opportunities to grow market share and revenue within your territory.
• Deliver tailored, insight-led solutions that meet client objectives.

Drive Direct and Programmatic Revenue Growth

• Own revenue growth across a mix of direct advertiser, agency, and programmatic partnerships
• Build strong relationships with agencies, clients, agency trading teams, SSPs, and DSPs to unlock new spend and grow share of wallet
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue through direct deals, PMP activity, curated marketplace opportunities, and broader programmatic activation

Build & Maintain Client Relationships

• Own senior relationships with agencies and direct advertisers.
• Drive new business development, renewals, and upsell opportunities.
• Lead high-value contract negotiations aligned to JOLT’s commercial goals.

Support Programmatic Activation and Performance

• Work with internal and external teams to set up and activate PMP deals and other programmatic opportunities
• Monitor pacing, delivery, fill, and campaign performance to ensure revenue opportunities are fully captured
• Troubleshoot campaign issues in partnership with SSPs, DSPs, ad operations, and account teams to resolve underdelivery or activation challenges quickly

Drive Data-Informed Sales Strategy

• Analyze sales data, campaign performance, market trends, and industry insights to guide strategy and optimize performance
• Use marketplace and client insights to refine sales approach, improve packaging, and strengthen JOLT’s value proposition
• Build compelling sales stories and narratives that clearly communicate JOLT’s unique position in market

Campaign Oversight

• Develop media recommendations and campaign strategies aligned to client objectives
• Ensure campaigns activate on time, meet objectives, and stay on budget
• Deliver performance reporting, insights, and recommendations to clients and partners

Partner Across the Business

• Work closely with Marketing, Account Management, Ad Operations, Data & Insights, and other internal teams to deliver strong campaign execution and commercial outcomes
• Present proposals internally and externally, ensuring alignment across the organization
• Provide feedback to improve internal processes, inventory strategy, and go-to-market execution

Manage and Grow the Revenue Pipeline

• Own your revenue pipeline and consistently meet or exceed targets
• Strategically nurture relationships across agencies, brands, and programmatic partners
• Maintain accurate CRM records, pacing visibility, and forecasting discipline

Refine Sales Strategy

• Continuously evaluate success metrics, campaign results, and market feedback to evolve sales approaches
• Contribute to building a high-performing commercial culture as the business scales
• Bring a test-and-learn mindset to how JOLT grows both direct and programmatic revenue

What You Bring

• 7+ years of sales or advertising experience, ideally in out-of-home, digital advertising, or DOOH.
• Strong industry relationships with agencies and direct clients.
• Working knowledge of the programmatic ecosystem, including SSPs, DSPs, PMPs and curated marketplaces, and comfort moving between direct and programmatic selling.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strategic thinker with a solutions-first mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Media, Marketing, Business, or related field—or equivalent work experience.
• CRM proficiency (Salesforce experience strongly preferred).
• Willingness to travel within the U.S. as required.

Why Join JOLT

• High-impact role with strong visibility across the business
• Opportunity to shape commercial strategy in a rapidly growing market
• Collaborative, ambitious, and supportive team environment
• Competitive compensation structure linked to performance

Benefits
Employees will be provided with access to benefits in accordance with JOLT’s employee policies. These benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Parental Leave

Work Eligibility
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. JOLT is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role at this time.

Accessibility & Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us. We are happy to support applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
JOLT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace for all employees.