Sr Director Consumer Sales
Job Description
About IGN IGN Entertainment is one of the leading digital media companies focused on video games and entertainment. IGN reaches more than 286 million monthly users around the world, and is followed by more than 56MM social and YouTube followers. IGN publishes content daily on 35 platforms including TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat Discover. Established in 1996, IGN is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in San Francisco, New York, and London. IGN content is localized in 20 languages and 110 countries and hosted on websites and native applications on mobile, connected TV, and Xbox and PlayStation platforms.
Requirement(s)
Duties and Responsibilities: Communicate what is needed to generate/grow revenue and work closely with Sales VP and SVP, Sales and cross departmentally to develop solutions Collaborate with other departments across the organization such as Creative Strategy, Sponsorships & Partnerships, Revenue Operations, Content, and more to support the sales teams’ needs to drive business results. Ability to excel in a fast paced, dynamic work environment and maintain a positive attitude in stressful situations, as it relates to challenges, deadlines, and financial pressure. Experience working with brands like: Coca Cola, Pizza Hut, Mondelez, Nestle, Pepsi, FritoLay, ABInbev, Diageo, Microsoft, Dell, Intel, T-Mobile, Samsung, Fidelity, Ally and more. Travel as needed; attend sales calls and provide feedback to develop Sales Managers and Account Executives’ growth. Job Qualifications: 6+ years of sales experience; with a minimum of 3+ years of sales management experience. Track record of successfully leading sales professionals. Strong leadership skills Excellent presentation and negotiation skills Organized, creative, and results driven Category specific client and agency relationships Knowledge of the gaming and entertainment industry is a plusBachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
