ESPN New York Digital Account Executive
$150,000–$220,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Prospect and develop new digital advertising partnerships with local and regional businesses by selling customized solutions across ESPN's digital ecosystem, including ESPN.com, the ESPN App, and OTT platforms. Build and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers while uncovering marketing challenges to position consultative solutions at all organizational levels, including the C-suite. Own the full sales cycle from proposal development through partner retention, integrating AI tools to improve outreach and campaign effectiveness. Maintain accurate activity and pipeline reporting using CRM tools and network within the New York business community to expand market presence. Valid driver's license required for in-market meetings; occasional evening and weekend work for events and games.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of successful sales experience
- Demonstrated success developing new business and growing long-term partner relationships
- Goal-oriented, self-motivated, and entrepreneurial mindset
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Comfortable selling consultatively at all organizational levels
- Experience using CRM tools
- Valid driver's license
- Must be available for occasional evening and weekend work
Desired Qualifications
- Preferably in digital media, advertising, or marketing solutions
- Strong professional network within the New York market
- Existing relationships with advertisers and agencies
- Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Salesforce
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