VP, Sales Innovation: Video, Social & Events

Hearst Magazines; New York (NY); On-site; USD 249,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

401(k) plan with generous match

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

Job summary

Hearst Magazines is seeking a strategic leader to drive revenue growth across video, social, and event sponsorships. You will own the strategy, build executive-level relationships with brands and agencies, and close high-value deals across platforms including YouTube, Meta, TikTok, and X.

This role requires leading cross-functional teams and managing a robust sales pipeline from Hearst's New York office. You will partner with Marketing, Revenue Operations, and Editorial to tailor solutions,

Qualifications

• 10+ years in digital media or advertising sales as a baseline experience.
• Ability to develop and champion new ad products and GTM strategies.
• Strong storytelling, narratives and market intelligence for senior clients.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute sales strategies for video, social, and events sponsorships.
• Drive revenue growth across YouTube, social video, onsite video, and branded content.
• Lead sponsorship strategy for brand tentpoles, events, and summits.
• Advise on platform-informed strategies across YouTube, Meta, TikTok, X.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Revenue Ops, Video Production and Editorial to package solutions.
• Develop executive-level relationships with brands, agencies, and platforms.
• Hire, lead, and develop two event sellers and set performance goals.
• Manage pipeline, forecast, and represent Hearst at industry events.

Skills

Video monetization

Advertising sales

Sales strategy

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Public speaking

Job description

Hearst Magazines is seeking a strategic leader to drive revenue growth across video, social, and event sponsorships. You will own the strategy, build executive-level relationships with brands and agencies, and close high-value deals across platforms including YouTube, Meta, TikTok, and X.

This role requires leading cross-functional teams and managing a robust sales pipeline from Hearst's New York office. You will partner with Marketing, Revenue Operations, and Editorial to tailor solutions,