Account Director, Olympics

Company Description

NBCUniversal is a global leader in media and entertainment. We create world-class content and deliver it to audiences everywhere-across film, television, streaming, and immersive experiences.

Our portfolio spans iconic brands including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service-connecting with millions of viewers every day.

We produce and distribute award-winning films and series through industry-leading studios like Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, along with the global television studios within Universal Studio Group. Beyond the screen, we bring stories to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Why join us
At NBCUniversal, our impact extends beyond content. We're committed to strengthening the communities where we live and work-and empowering our employees to do the same.

We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture and invest in developing world-class talent. Our teams are driven to create bold, innovative content that reflects the diverse audiences we serve around the globe.

Job Description

Join a high-performing and collaborative team supporting key agency and client partners as part of the Olympic & Paralympic Advertising & Partnerships team at NBCUniversal. You will be central to driving revenue and delivering strategic, client-first solutions across the most unique media property in the world.

As an Account Director, you will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of business, developing new revenue opportunities, and serving as a key connector across NBCUniversal's portfolio. To be successful, you must have strong partnership skills, multi-platform media acumen, and the ability to translate complex opportunities into meaningful client value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grow revenue for existing business and develop new business across an assigned list of agencies, clients, and geographic territory
• Lead day-to-day client and agency relationships, acting as a trusted partner, property expert, and primary point of contact
• Identify and develop monetizable, insight-driven solutions that align client objectives with both Olympic & Paralympic and broader NBCU portfolio offerings
• Translate Olympic & Paralympic opportunities-including linear, streaming, partnerships, and cross-platform integrations-into clear, compelling client value
• Collaborate cross-functionally across Agency Partnerships, Client Partnerships, Planning, Partnerships, Measurement, and Marketing
• Maintain fluency in Olympic marketplace dynamics, category exclusivity considerations, and NBCU portfolio priorities
• Leverage data, measurement and campaign performance insights in a consultative capacity to inform client strategy and activation
• Build and strengthen relationships with senior decision-makers at agencies and clients
• Actively contribute to team culture via collaboration, knowledge sharing, and support of broader Olympic Sales initiatives

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in multi-platform media sales or property-level Olympics & Paralympic experience
• Demonstrate understanding of the media landscape, including both linear and digital media
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; advanced degree (e.g., MBA) is preferred

Desired Characteristics:

• Works well under pressure and can manage an extraordinarily high volume of accounts
• Open to travel as required and can commit to being onsite for the entirety of each Olympic Games
• Proven ability to manage complex client relationships and influence senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical mindset and comfort working with data to inform strategy and drive outcomes
• Ability to translate detailed information into clear, client-facing narratives and recommendations
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with experience working across teams to achieve business goals
• Strong communication skills with ability to move seamlessly between internal execution and external client engagement
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Copilot, etc.)
• Demonstrated curiosity, ownership mentality, and a proactive approach to identifying growth opportunities

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid : This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $95,000 - $170,000 + sales incentive compensation eligible

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to View email address on click.appcast.io.

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