Sales Director, Marketplace - Independent Agencies

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.

Job Summary

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.

We are looking to hire an Account Director focused on independent agencies in the Midwest region. This person will reach out to key agency prospects and consultatively engage with existing customers to drive revenue across the Freewheel marketplace and other platforms. You will be responsible for targeting independent agencies, engaging with programmatic, activation, CTV, planning and investment teams. You’ll also collaborate closely with FreeWheel’s BuyerCloud team, marketing team, and account management team to maximize revenue opportunities. The ideal candidate will be someone who can take ownership of individual key growth goals and deliver on client revenue expectations.

Please note : This role is posted with Chicago, IL as the primary location. Candidates must reside within the state of Illinois to be eligible. If the selected candidate lives near our Chicago office, they will be expected to work onsite. If located elsewhere in Illinois, the role may be performed virtually.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

This role is perfect for someone with a passion for programmatic and CTV and who has experience in driving revenue in the ad tech world.

• Grow revenue with the setup of PMPs / bundle deals and activation of programmatic deals across the  FreeWheel exchange and other platforms.
• Generate new leads by researching the market and engaging with key stakeholders at qualified companies.
• Develop and manage a robust pipeline of sales opportunities across independent agencies in the Midwest.
• Understand Freewheel’s suite of platform offerings in-depth and develop the ability to present comprehensive FreeWheel end to end solution to buyers
• Be subject matter expert on programmatic buying when it comes to CTV inventory curation and activation.
• Attend industry events and conferences to network and stay current on industry trends
• Travel required (3-5 days per month min)

Who You Are

Compensation

Employees at all levels are expected to :

Disclaimer : This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Skills :

Programmatic Advertising; Sales Revenue; Business Development; Lead Generation

Salary :

Primary Location Pay Range : $119,696.27 - $179,544.41

Additional Range : This job can be performed in Illinois with a Pay Range of $113,996.45 - $179,544.41

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Targeted Commission : $110,000.00

Our sales compensation programs offer the potential for significant upside above targeted earnings for those who overachieve their sales targets.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

7-10 Years