Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. 

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.  

Job Description

As an Account Director, you will: 

Work with the driven and highly motivated team supporting Dentsu as an integral part of the One Platform Ad Sales team at NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. As an Account Director, you will be responsible for revenue goals, which include growing existing business as well as developing new business. Be responsible for managing agency & client relationships through day-to-day contact Be responsible for strategy and revenue goals for individual accounts, while communicating and executing across all internal and external stakeholders Look for opportunities to develop monetizable solutions for clients, and ensure clients receive superior customer service, including new business Understand the customer needs, and develop solutions that meet customer needs Be fluent in One Platform opportunities, collaborating across verticals to drive NBCU revenue Ascertain and manage both digital and linear budgets while using data driven insights to recommend upsell opportunities Possess a strong background in Audience Based Sales and Strategy to grow existing business and convert non audience clients Leverage Audience targeting capabilities, streaming offerings and premium content to drive value for clients across full NBCU advertising ecosystem Own, manage, and develop relationships with senior leaders/business owners at clients and agencies and across all pertinent business functions of each account Continue to grow understanding of advertising/linear/digital industries and business models 

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: 

Minimum 5 years of media sales experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 

Desired Characteristics: 

Demonstrated strong interpersonal, communication, client relation and organizational skills Proven ability to work and analyze numeric data Proven ability to alternate from detailed work to client interaction seamlessly Proven ability to build and maintain relationships at the senior level and across all pertinent business functions Proven ability to translate client brand messaging into impactful marketing and sponsorship positions Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, and Excel Proven team player with the ability to take on different assignments/projects in a timely manner 

Additional Requirements: 

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.  

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $95,000 - $170,000 (SIC eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].