Account Executive, Programmatic

We are seeking a dynamic and results‑driven Account Executive to join our national Programmatic Video and Connected TV (CTV) sales team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the programmatic landscape, excellent communication skills, and a passion for digital advertising. You will be responsible for driving revenue growth by acquiring new clients, managing existing accounts, and delivering exceptional service to ensure client satisfaction and retention.

• Develop and maintain valuable relationships with national agencies and advertisers.
• Identify, prospect, and onboard new clients in the programmatic video and CTV space.
• Build strong client relationships by understanding their needs and providing tailored advertising solutions.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless campaign execution across Scripps’ digital portfolio.
• Work closely with marketing, product, and operations teams to align on client objectives.
• Use analytics to provide insights and recommendations, demonstrating campaign effectiveness.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and new technologies.
• Ensure clients receive the highest level of customer care.

• BS/BA in a related discipline preferred or equivalent experience.
• Generally 5+ years of experience in a related field preferred.

• Strong understanding of programmatic advertising technologies, platforms, and best practices.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Self‑motivation with a strong sense of initiative.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong agency relations, including in‑house agency trade desks and programmatic buyers.
• Experience with multiple programmatic buying platforms.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment responding to multiple customer demands.
• Data analysis skills to translate insights into actionable results.
• Familiarity with advertising analytics tools and CRM software.

New York City, NY – the media capital of the world.

Annual Salary: $170,000 - $190,000 (NY‑specific).

• Career growth opportunities.
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Disability, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and life insurance.
• AD&D, , and pet discount program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Additional wellness and health benefits.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, genetic information, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless they would impose an undue hardship.