What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ad Sales Account Manager position at TYT?
LOCATION: Culver City, CA (Hybrid/Remote flexibility)
INDUSTRY: Media
DURATION: Full Time
ABOUT TYT
TYT Network is the largest online news network in the world, covering politics, pop culture and lifestyle. TYT Network achieves over 200 million views a month, has more than 31 billion total views across all platforms, and The Young Turks show is one of YouTube's top partner channels. The flagship program, The Young Turks, is joined by shows like Indisputable, The Damage Report, and others. TYT has been recognized with multiple Webby Awards and Shorty Awards for excellence in digital media. We are looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial Ad Sales Account Manager to join our growing team and help drive TYT’s advertising and branded content business to the next level. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative media company at the forefront of digital video, audio, and linear distribution.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
As an Ad Sales Account Manager at TYT, you will:
● Manage the full sales cycle for advertising and branded content partnerships, from RFP response and media planning to campaign launch, reporting, and renewal.
● Manage relationships with 3rd party ad sales teams including vetting proposals, providing inventory updates, tracing performance, and reporting.
● Develop and deliver compelling sales materials including client proposals, presentations, and custom pitches tailored to advertisers’ goals.
● Collaborate cross-functionally with the Production, Editorial, Marketing, and Audience Development teams to ensure campaigns are executed flawlessly.
● Serve as the primary client point of contact throughout the campaign lifecycle, providing proactive communication, updates, and performance insights.
● Lead campaign performance analysis by monitoring KPIs, optimizing campaigns, and preparing post-campaign recap reports to drive renewals.
● Manage programmatic ad stack and adjust based on fill rates
● Stay ahead of industry trends in digital video, programmatic advertising, branded content, and social platform monetization to bring fresh ideas to clients.
● Maintain and update sales collateral including rate cards, case studies, audience research, and competitive positioning.
● Foster long-term relationships with agencies, brands, and key decision-makers to grow TYT’s ad revenue.
REQUIREMENTS
We’re looking for someone who is both strategic and hands-on, with a strong desire to grow in digital media sales.
● 2–4 years of digital advertising or media sales experience (at a publisher, agency, or media company).
● Experience managing accounts from RFP to IO actualization, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
● Strong client-facing skills, with the ability to build trust and manage expectations.
● Proficiency in PowerPoint/Google Slides and Excel/Google Sheets; familiarity with GAM360, Google Analytics, and ad servers a plus.
● Knowledge of digital video, audio, and linear platform operations. Programmatic buying experience is a plus.
● Knowledge of Podcast Sales Software and Reporting (such as Megaphone, Podscribe, Pod Roll)
● Strong presentation, negotiation, and communication skills—both written and verbal.
● Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in problem-solving.
● Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup-like environment while managing multiple priorities.
● A passion for digital media and TYT’s mission is highly desirable.
ADDITIONAL: TYT is an equal opportunity employer.
APPLYING: Please send your resume and a cover letter to tytjobs@tyt.com with the subject line: Ad Sales Account Manager – [Your Name].