Account Manager, Local Paramount Advertising

Account Manager, Local Paramount AdvertisingAccount Manager (AM) is a developmental sales-focused role responsible for supporting day-to-day revenue efforts while developing the skills and experience needed to become a future Account Executive. This role touches all facets of the sales process—from proposal development and client support to campaign execution and stewardship—while partnering closely with Account Executives and internal teams. This is a position designed for high-potential candidates who want to learn the business, build selling skills, and grow into a full-cycle seller with direct ownership of accounts and revenue. This AM will report directly to the Director, Local Paramount Advertising, focusing on local digital & streaming revenue.Overview & ResponsibilitiesSales & Revenue SupportPartner closely with Account Executives to support active accounts, proposals, and revenue opportunitiesAssist in selling streaming campaigns with the opportunity to include linear inventory for cross-platform packages.Participate in sales calls (virtual and in-person) to gain exposure to client conversations, needs discovery, and selling strategiesSupport, develop and/or cultivate new business and smaller account opportunities as part of the broader AE pipelineClient & Campaign ExecutionCoordinate campaign execution from pre-sale through post-sale, ensuring flawless delivery and stewardshipPrepare and update stewardship reports for guaranteed and non-guaranteed campaignsServe as a client support resource for inbound questions and requestsCross-Functional CollaborationWork with Marketing, Research, Pricing & Inventory (Yield), and Operations teams to develop tailored sales presentations and solutionsProject-manage all elements needed for campaign launch, including creative assets, tags, approvals, and timelinesEnsure accurate communication and information flow between internal teams, Account Executives, and leadershipSales Development & LearningBuild foundational selling skills including proposal development, account support, pricing concepts, and inventory managementLearn media planning fundamentals and the end-to-end advertising sales lifecycleGain exposure to systems, processes, and tools critical to future Account Executive successBasic Qualifications1+ years of experience in digital advertising, media, or sales support (Digital Ad Sales, planning, buying, or agency experience preferred)Bachelor's degree required; equivalent combination of education and experience consideredPreferred QualificationsStrong desire to build a career in advertising sales and grow into a revenue-owning sellerComfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented sales environmentStrong verbal and written communication skillsHighly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneouslySelf-motivated, driven, and eager to learnExperience with sales and ad-tech platforms such as FreeWheel, Google Ads Manager, Salesforce, and/or WideOrbit, and/orStrong working knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Workspace