Account Services Executive, Programmatic Sales & Strategy

Job Description

Working at ESPN is unlike anything else. That's because we're always finding new ways to interact with fans – however and wherever they connect with sports. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.

The Account Services Executive within Programmatic Sales & Strategy will be focused on leading the execution and analysis of ESPN programmatic partnerships. This position will act as the day to day point of contact for the implementation of programmatic buys, as well as serve as the main point of contact for the ESPN Sales teams for the stewardship of deals. In addition this position will be focused on analyzing data from various sources to drive strategy for programmatic revenue on a weekly, monthly and annual basis. Through partnership with Sales and our clients, this position will be responsible for providing the following services.

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Posting - Business

Media Networks

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not provided for this role

ESPN is an equal opportunity employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Our goal is to create an inclusive workplace for all.

Primary Job Posting Category

Marketing and Promotions

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience digital and/or programmatic media.
• Proven strategic thinker with the ability to analyze data and translate it into specific and measurable tactics, actions, and outcomes.
• Problem solver with the ability to collaborate and work across functions.
• Understanding of how our clients set priorities and performance goals, and how we can align our product portfolio to best fulfill those needs
• Knowledge of how programmatic/digital media is bought and sold, including fluency in ad tech

Job Posting - Primary Brand

ESPN

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, make decisions and manage at entrepreneurial speed

Primary Location-Postal Code

10023

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Job Description

Working at ESPN is unlike anything else. That's because we're always finding new ways to interact with fans – however and wherever they connect with sports. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.

The Account Services Executive within Programmatic Sales & Strategy will be focused on leading the execution and analysis of ESPN programmatic partnerships. This position will act as the day to day point of contact for the implementation of programmatic buys, as well as serve as the main point of contact for the ESPN Sales teams for the stewardship of deals. In addition this position will be focused on analyzing data from various sources to drive strategy for programmatic revenue on a weekly, monthly and annual basis. Through partnership with Sales and our clients, this position will be responsible for providing the following services.

Employment Type

Full Time

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not provided for this role

ESPN is an equal opportunity employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Our goal is to create an inclusive workplace for all.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience digital and/or programmatic media.
• Proven strategic thinker with the ability to analyze data and translate it into specific and measurable tactics, actions, and outcomes.
• Problem solver with the ability to collaborate and work across functions.
• Understanding of how our clients set priorities and performance goals, and how we can align our product portfolio to best fulfill those needs
• Knowledge of how programmatic/digital media is bought and sold, including fluency in ad tech

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, make decisions and manage at entrepreneurial speed

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Programmatic strategy by account based on analysis from daily, weekly and annual trends
• Looks at trend data from various sources (i.e. Adx, Teads, clypd, etc.) to develop actionable strategies to increases revenue
• Work with ESPN Sales & Marketing to integrate programmatic offering into sponsorships packages that align with client objectives
• Ownership of all reporting capabilities to track revenue, generate sales leads and act as a consultant for the ESPN sales team across the country
• Own relationships with programmatic technology partners to manage and troubleshoot day to day business needs
• Work with Account Management group to provide guidance in the creation, implementation and servicing of Private Marketplace deals with sales team to drive programmatic revenue