Sports Media Account Executive — RSN & Digital

DAZN

Illinois

On-site

USD 110,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Learning & development

Job summary

DAZN is seeking an Account Executive in Chicago to drive revenue across live sports, streaming, CTV and digital video.

You will own a defined book of business, prospect new clients, deepen relationships with brands and agencies, and collaborate with Team Whistle and internal teams to deliver branded content and 360-degree programs.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in sports media sales, a track record of hitting targets, and strong relationships with decision-makers.

Qualifications

4+ years of sales experience in sports media, digital media, streaming, or advertising.
Proven track record meeting revenue goals and managing a book of business.
Strong knowledge of sports media, streaming, CTV, and premium video advertising.
Existing relationships with brands, agencies, media buyers and decision-makers preferred.
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

Own and grow a book of business with senior-level marketers and agency partners.
Drive revenue across DAZN’s RSN portfolio and premium video inventory (live sports, streaming, CTV, digital video).
Prospect and generate new business through strategic outreach and referrals.
Develop media plans, proposals, RFP responses and opportunities from pitch to close.
Expand partnerships into 360-degree programs with branded content, social, creators and original programming.
Collaborate with Marketing, Insights, Media Planning, Content, Production, Account Management and Ad Operations.
Consistently achieve and exceed revenue targets.