Account Executive -- Chicago

Mogl (Formerly Ventura Growth) • Chicago, IL

12h • $90,000 - $110,000 • Remote

About The Position

Mogl is hiring a Chicago-based Account Executive to join its growing Sales team. This remote role is an opportunity to be among the first sales hires in the Chicago market and help establish Mogl’s regional presence. The Account Executive will grow an established book of business, develop new agency and direct-client opportunities, and contribute to company growth. The role is suited to a strategic, self-motivated sales professional with buy-side programmatic advertising experience, a strong network of client relationships, and a record of driving revenue growth.

Mogl is a Certified Service Partner and reseller for The Trade Desk, providing performance-driven consulting across leading media and data platforms. The company describes itself as fast-growing, values-driven, and based in Denver, with a collaborative team and a culture that emphasizes measurable outcomes.

The Account Executive will build client partnerships, guide prospects on The Trade Desk platform, lead discovery meetings and product demonstrations, secure new partners through MSA contracts, and coordinate with Business Development, Client Services, Account Management, and Trading teams. The position also involves developing client-growth strategies, maintaining an accurate sales pipeline and revenue forecast, and participating in the regional digital advertising community through events, client visits, and trainings.

The role is open to candidates currently located in Chicago. The estimated base salary is $90,000–$110,000, with a commission package to be discussed before an official offer. Starting salary depends on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and location. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Requirements

• At least 3–5 years of digital media and/or platform sales experience.
• Experience creating and implementing programmatic strategies for clients.
• Strong relationships with independent agencies and direct clients in the relevant geography.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate and confidently close deals.
• Sales skills across email outreach, networking, cold calling, discovery calls, and presentations.
• Proficiency with Salesforce, email sequencing tools, and LinkedIn Navigator.
• Strong quantitative and negotiation skills.
• Currently located in Chicago.
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience at a DSP company such as Basis, Simpli.fi, or StackAdapt.
• Direct experience with The Trade Desk platform.
• Experience using Smartlead.ai.
• Enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Become an expert on The Trade Desk platform and share insights and best practices with prospective clients.
• Build and nurture a portfolio of agency and brand-direct client accounts, maintaining strong partnerships and client satisfaction.
• Lead discovery meetings and product demonstrations, with support from the Trading team.
• Coordinate between Business Development and internal teams to support collaboration and client success.
• Secure new partners through MSA contracts and coordinate with Account Management and Trading teams on onboarding and growth.
• Develop and execute client-growth strategies in partnership with the Client Services team.
• Maintain an organized sales pipeline and accurately forecast revenue using Mogl's internal platforms.
• Participate in the regional digital advertising community by attending events, visiting clients, and taking part in client trainings and Mogl events.

Benefits

• Health care insurance.
• Company stipends for specific perks, including health and wellness, education, home office, and commute support.
• 401(k) match after one year of employment.
• Flexible time off; Mogl encourages at least three weeks per year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible time between Christmas and New Year's Day.
• 12 paid company holidays.
• Learning and development, recognition, and employee experiences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed