Digital Advertising Account Executive, Publisher Partnerships

Digital Advertising Account Executive, Publisher Partnerships Join to apply for the Digital Advertising Account Executive, Publisher Partnerships role at KERV.ai 3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Who We Are Headquartered in sunny Austin, TX with a growing footprint in the heart of NYC, KERV.ai is an award‑winning, boundary‑pushing company that's transforming how content and commerce converge in media. As the leader in AI‑powered video analysis and monetization, our patented technology breaks video down frame by frame, making every object, product, or moment instantly interactive, measurable, and shoppable. We serve as the connective tissue between creative, commerce, and data, helping the world’s top brands and publishers turn video into a truly dynamic and rewarding experience for their audiences. At KERV.ai, we’re not just redefining how people engage with media. We’re building the future of it. If you’re looking to work at the intersection of innovation, storytelling, and smart technology with a team that’s shaping what’s next in media, we’d love to meet you.

THE CHALLENGE AHEAD

We are seeking an Account Executive, Publisher Partnerships to join our team in an individual contributor sales role, focusing on growing and supporting Publisher and Platform Solutions partnerships with the largest publishers in the media space. This role will primarily concentrate on maintaining and developing Publisher Partnerships, aligning with Kerv’s strategic goals across the streaming ecosystem. The ideal candidate will understand traditional and digital video advertising, have a passion for media, innovation, ad tech, client service, and a desire to grow within the role. What You’ll Do Partnership Support: Assist in managing and growing existing relationships with publishers to promote Kerv AI’s solutions. Sales Support & Strategy: Work alongside senior team members to help execute a sales strategy that meets the needs of publishers and agency teams, ensuring alignment with Kerv’s goals. Publisher Collaboration: Support communication between Kerv and publisher sales teams, helping educate and provide insights on Kerv AI’s solutions to maximize revenue growth. Client Management: Foster strong relationships with publishers and clients, identifying their needs and helping to deliver appropriate Kerv solutions. Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with senior sales, product, client success, and marketing teams to convey client feedback and support the delivery of solutions. Market Awareness: Stay updated on trends in digital video and streaming ecosystems to identify potential opportunities and contribute insights to the team. Performance: Support the achievement of sales targets and help drive revenue growth for Kerv’s solutions within the market. Agency‑Holding Company Relationships: Build and nurture relationships with agency‑holding companies, educating them on Kerv’s solutions to drive demand across their video investment strategies. What You’ll Bring Experience: 7+ years of experience in media sales, specifically within the legacy linear and streaming publishers – a must for this role. Proven track record in developing partnerships and achieving sales targets. Relationships: Relationships within media publishers and agency‑holding companies, with an understanding of their operations and goals. Relationships with agency video investment teams are a must. Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Must be comfortable presenting to large rooms and executive audiences, effectively communicating Kerv's value proposition. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a keen eye for identifying market trends and opportunities to drive business growth. Collaboration: Proven ability to work collaboratively across functions, balancing the needs of publisher clients and agencies with organizational objectives. Adaptability: Agile and adaptable to the rapidly evolving media landscape, with a passion for innovation and technology that drives industry‑leading solutions. Accountability: A high degree of personal accountability, consistently delivering on commitments and taking ownership of both successes and areas for improvement. Who You Are You are resourceful and driven by results, always taking the initiative to find answers and overcome challenges. You excel at building strong relationships with publishers and agencies, and communicating effectively in any setting. With a passion for ad tech and digital video advertising, you stay curious and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment. You work collaboratively across teams, taking accountability for your work and consistently delivering on your commitments.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT KERV

We are a team of talented, kind people, driven by innovation. We put the human first. Whether our employee, client, partner, or community; we genuinely care about your well‑being and will do whatever we can to support it. We are relentless in our pursuit of innovation, remaining flexible and open to change, remaining scrappy and collaborative in pursuit of common goals. We balance our dedication to success with the accountability to deliver, trusting our expertise, while verifying our thinking at every step. We advocate for the growth and success of our people and the communities in which they belong through transparent & clear communication, championing a culture in which everyone has a voice and contributes to our success, and a socially aware approach to everything we touch. We aim to cultivate a work environment where each person, no matter the identities they hold, not only feels safe, seen, and heard, but also celebrated. We offer… Unlimited PTO with a healthy culture of taking time off to recharge so you can bring your best self to work Competitive compensation packages Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including modern support services via Bennie, such as a custom app and healthcare concierge to support a simplified benefits experience for our staff Mental Health Support via Samata Health paid 100% by KERV 401K with company match and 100% vesting on day 1 Unlimited referral bonuses Flexible working schedules with remote and hybrid opportunities KERV provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KERV participates in E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for a sales incentive compensation plan. Salary Range : $115,000 USD - $130,000 USD Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Sales and Business Development Industries: Construction, Software Development, and IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr KERV.ai