Account Manager, Sports

Paramount • New York, NY

6d • $69,000 - $73,000

About The Position

The Account Manager will touch all facets of the business from aiding in the sales process to ensuring the delivery and stewardship of the deals. This individual will work with a designated sales team to ensure flawless campaign planning and execution across broadcast, cable and streaming/digital networks, as well as provide optimal client service support for assigned advertisers and agencies. The Account Manager will work with multiple internal teams including Pricing & Inventory/Planning/Yield to confirm pricing and inventory availability, as well as Sales Associates for delivery tracking, ADU packages, and MSAs. The Account Manager will primarily support the Independents HoldCo – East & West Coast line of business, partnering closely with sales and cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless campaign execution and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• 2+ years of either advertising sales experience (preferably linear) or TV buying/media planning experience at an agency
• A strong desire to win and grow as a Linear Ad Sales professional; thrive in a team-oriented environment
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Strong written communication skills and ability to think creatively
• Ability to prioritize & multi-task in a fast-paced sales environment
• Must be extremely organized, detailed, and accurate with exceptional foresight
• A dedicated and driven work ethic

Nice To Haves

• BS/BA degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Experience working with Phoenix, Salestrack, WideOrbit, FreeWheel, Salesforce, and/or Operative

Responsibilities

• Support the Independents HoldCo – East & West Coast business, collaborating with designated sales teams to drive strategy, execution, and client success across both regions.
• Partner with sales to build client relationships, while also helping the team upsell & renew business across both Broadcast and Cable properties
• Ensure continuity and success across pre-and post-sale activities - own the entire deal flow & manage its success
• Work closely with Pricing & Inventory/Planning/Yield teams to build media plans for Upfront & Scatter deals across linear platforms
• Manage a team of Sales Associates, assisting them with pre and post-sale processes
• Manage sponsorship opportunities within the internal system from start to finish
• Join and participate on sales calls with Account Executives (in-person and virtually)
• Work with Marketing, Research, and Promotion Departments to develop tailored sales presentations
• Work closely with convergent teams to expand business across all platforms

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level