What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Executive position at AC Lion Digital Executive Search?
NYC Hybrid | $120–$125k base uncapped commission
Account Executive, Client Partnerships
This role is hybrid (2x/week in office) in NYC.
We operate at the intersection of Retail Media and Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH), two of today’s fastest-growing marketing channels. Our unique video platform reaches on-the-go audiences with contextually relevant content, powered by data-driven targeting and real-time measurement. Sales professionals thrive here thanks to a consultative culture and the opportunity to partner with leading brands across CPG, QSR, automotive, retail, and financial services.
We’re looking for an ambitious Account Executive to join a fast-growing media and technology company. This is a revenue-generating role focused on building new business and expanding client partnerships within an assigned category or territory. You’ll prospect, pitch, and close new accounts while building lasting relationships with agencies and brands.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage the full sales cycle: prospect, pitch, propose, and close.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with agencies and clients.
- Own your pipeline and keep forecasts current in the CRM.
- Consistently hit (and exceed) monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets.
- Think strategically and bring creative solutions to your clients.
- Work collaboratively with a supportive team while also thriving independently.
What We’re Looking For:
- 2–7 years of digital media sales experience (programmatic, video, DOOH, etc.).
- Experience selling to independent agencies and/or regional/local advertisers within your territory
- Proven track record of self-generating leads and closing new business.
- Polished communication skills — able to present to clients and executives with confidence.
- Tenacity, enthusiasm, and a strategic mindset.
- Highly organized, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-moving environment.
Nice to Have:
- Existing agency contacts and client relationships within your category or territory.
Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive base salary uncapped commission.
- Benefits starting day one: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, parental leave, and more.
- 20 PTO days sick time paid holidays.
- 401k match, HSA/FSA, lifestyle spending account.
- Career growth in a collaborative, inclusive environment.
Salary : $120,000 - $125,000
