Account Executive, SMB Growth & Direct Response

Account Executive, SMB Growth & Direct Response

Are you ready to revolutionize how advertisers connect with audiences? Scripps is seeking a dynamic Account Executive, SMB Growth & Direct Response to drive our advertising transformation by building powerful client partnerships and executing innovative cross-platform media solutions. This role is your opportunity to shape the future of performance-driven advertising across linear TV, Connected TV (CTV), and premium sports inventory while delivering measurable results that matter.

What You'll Do:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with direct response agencies, performance marketers, SMB clients, mid-market advertisers and trading desks to drive revenue growth and market expansion.

Identify client needs and craft tailored media solutions that leverage Scripps' linear, CTV, and premium sports inventory.

Drive incremental revenue growth by selling Scripps' suite of performance-driven advertising products, cross-platform packages, and scalable activation models.

Negotiate high-value, complex DR and SMB partnership deals with a focus on measurable outcomes such as cost per action (CPA), return on ad spend (ROAS), conversion rates, and client key performance indicator (KPI) achievement.

Effectively research and cultivate new business targets within performance marketing and SMB segments.

Collaborate with internal teams, such as pricing and inventory, marketing and research, to optimize campaign performance, inventory allocation, and yield optimization.

Educate clients and agencies on Scripps' innovative performance solutions, including attribution technologies, programmatic buying platforms, and premium sports inventory.

Execute premium sports inventory sales strategies that leverage performance-driven advertising, local market activation, and CTV extensions for SMB category growth.

Provide regular performance reporting, data-driven insights, and strategic recommendations to clients with focus on campaign optimization and ROI improvement.

Maintain a thorough and extensive knowledge of the marketplace including category and industry trends, competitive capabilities, direct response best practices, and performance marketing innovations.

What You'll Need:

BS/BA in a related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience

Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred

What You'll Bring:

Proven track record in direct response or performance driven advertising preferred

Proven success managing relationships with SMB advertisers, mid-market clients, performance marketing agencies, and trading desks

Experience with sports advertising and premium inventory monetization preferred

Deep understanding of linear TV, CTV, programmatic buying platforms, attribution technologies, inventory management systems, and performance measurement tools

Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills with ability to handle complex, high-value partnership deals

Ability to analyze performance data, interpret industry trends, and craft data-driven media solutions

Demonstrated ability to work effectively across finance, operations, pricing, and marketing

Commercially astute with consistent track record of achieving or exceeding revenue targets and established goals

Computer knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and programmatic buying platforms

Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced team setting

Where You'll Live, Work and Play:

New York City is the epicenter of media, advertising, and innovationmaking it the perfect place to advance your career in performance-driven advertising. As the nation's largest media market, NYC offers unparalleled access to industry leaders, cutting-edge agencies, and transformative technology platforms.

Beyond work, the city pulses with world-class culture, from Broadway theaters and renowned museums to diverse culinary experiences in every neighborhood. Whether you're exploring Central Park, catching a game at Madison Square Garden, or discovering hidden gems in Brooklyn, NYC provides endless opportunities for inspiration and connection. With excellent public transportation and vibrant communities across all five boroughs, you'll find the perfect balance of professional growth and urban adventure in the city that never sleeps.

Compensation Range:

Annual Salary: $165,000.00 - 190000 Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in New York.

Additional Benefits:

A career path to grow your professional experiences

Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings plan with company match

Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.