Programmatic Account Executive at Vevo

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Vevo Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Media, Entertainment, Digital MediaIndustries

Requirements

  • 3 years experience in the media industry/sales
  • Strong understanding of advertising technology landscape
  • Strong understanding of the CTV/OTT marketplace
  • Established relationships with buyers across agencies, trading desks, DSPs, and client-side teams
  • Experience scaling Private Marketplace revenue and data driven solutions
  • Ability to analyze clients’ business marketing objectives, brand or ROI goals, media buying cycles, metrics for success, etc
  • Ability to travel across the Midwest

Responsibilities

  • Develop, grow, and manage a book of business at the Agency/HoldCo level and In House Programmatic, with an emphasis on scaling Private Marketplace (PMP) demand
  • Consult with clients on their Programmatic CTV needs, and present innovative video solutions to meet their objectives, especially within data and custom curated biddable solutions
  • Support the sales team in acquiring new clients and renewals to grow revenue
  • Forecast/track/report sales performance, including budget, dates, and probability to close
  • Manage relationships with 3rd party vendors (Ex: SSP,DSP,DMP) – and help grow Vevo’s ad tech roadmap
  • Educate the Vevo sales and sales support teams on the evolving landscape of CTV, programmatic, and audience
  • Lead and push sales teams to understand the what, why and how of what’s possible
  • Have superior communication and client service skills, with a drive to close new business and revenue
  • Outgoing personality who loves to entertain clients at a variety of events and exclusive concerts

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SalesRelationship BuildingRevenue DrivingBusiness DevelopmentProgrammatic AdvertisingDigital MarketingOTTStrategic Partnerships

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This is a full-time position based at Vevo's Chicago office.

What are the key responsibilities of the Programmatic Account Executive?

The role involves developing and managing a book of business at the Agency/HoldCo level, consulting on Programmatic CTV needs, supporting the sales team, forecasting sales performance, managing vendor relationships, and educating the team on CTV and programmatic landscapes.

What kind of experience or relationships are needed for this role?

Candidates need established relationships with buyers across agencies, trading desks, DSPs, and similar entities, along with sales experience in programmatic, digital, or OTT ecosystems.

What is the company culture like at Vevo?

Vevo emphasizes a collaborative environment where team players support the larger sales team, work side by side with industry leaders, and contribute to shaping new capabilities, strategies, and products in a dynamic media landscape.

What makes a strong candidate for this Programmatic Account Executive role?

A strong candidate is a 'rock star salesperson' who is a team player with established relationships in agencies and programmatic buying, experience driving revenue, and the ability to innovate in CTV and programmatic spaces.

Vevo

Global music video and entertainment platform

About Vevo

Vevo is a global music video and entertainment platform that provides high-quality music videos and live performances to a large audience. The platform connects fans with their favorite artists through a vast catalog of content, attracting over 1 billion viewers each month, including 149 million in the U.S. Vevo differentiates itself from competitors by offering a brand-safe environment for advertisers and integrating with artists' existing YouTube channels to enhance visibility. The company's primary goal is to deliver premium content while generating revenue through advertising, all while supporting social causes through charitable contributions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Social Impact, EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Triller and TikTok threatens Vevo's market share.
Ad-blocking technology could impact Vevo's primary advertising revenue stream.
Changes in YouTube's algorithm may affect Vevo's visibility and traffic.

Differentiation

Vevo offers a vast library of 100,000 HD music videos.
Vevo provides exclusive original programming and live concert performances.
Vevo syndicates its catalogue to hundreds of sites globally.

Upsides

Vevo's expansion into smart TV apps enhances user experience and viewership.
Growing demand for shoppable CTV formats boosts Vevo's innovative ad solutions.
Partnerships with artists for exclusive content strengthen Vevo's premium brand.

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