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VP National Podcast Sponsorship Sales

iHeartMedia

New York, NY

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Job Description

Posted On: March 23, 2017


Job Summary:

  • Day to day reporting to President, Digital and Audience Segment
  • Revenue Strategy


    Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute revenue growth strategies for the podcasting
  • P&L including but not limited to an owned and operated content slate, newly developed thematic or subject driven offerings, branded content capabilities etc.
  • Partner with Podcast GM to outline content and partnership roadmap in support of sales development and listener growth.
  • Act as resident expert on all things podcasting setting positioning, supporting sales teams through packaging, addressing questions/pricing issues and driving learning through the organization.
  • Develop curated list of key targets to manage and lead through to sale
  • Aid in the development of successful sales operational processes (inventory, post sales metrics, content partner process, marketing research).
  • Steward reporting responsibility with respect to sales funnel around podcast sponsorships


    Required Skills


    Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of some combination of media sales and advertiser experience is required, with at least 8 years in digital sales experience
  • Creativity and perseverance to develop business over the long term, a high level of independent thought and strategy
  • A reputation for being an enthusiastic, energetic, effective networker who enjoys the selling process and is committed to building relationships and adding credibility for the Company
  • A strong customer focus coupled with a sense of urgency for the business, and a passion for delivering the highest level of client service
  • A strong existing “rolodex” of decision-capable client relationships
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to close a deal
  • Excellent follow-up, strong organizational skills and attention to detail