Better Collective is hiring: Director of Media Sales in New York

Join to apply for the Director of Media Sales role at Better Collective Hey there, Future Director of Media Sales @ Better Collective, Playmaker! Our mission is to be the world’s leading digital sports media company, making sports entertainment more engaging and transparent for fans worldwide. Better Collective is the team behind Playmaker – an industry leading sports publisher and podcast network featuring stars like Shaquille O’Neal, Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, Angel Reese, and Marshawn Lynch – alongside other top brands such as Action Network, BolaVIP, HLTV, and Yardbarker. This role is for you if you spot commercial opportunities across brands and platforms and turn them into long-term partnerships. You love the chase, the pitch, and the craft of packaging social, video, and audio content that brands are excited to buy. If you want to influence commercial strategy and work across fast-growing media brands, this role is for you. How You’ll Make An Impact Develop and close new business across PlaymakerHQ, Action Network, and The Nation Network, driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships. Prospect, pitch, negotiate, and close branded content and media deals across digital, social, and creator-led platforms. Build strong relationships with brands and agencies while managing a structured territory and revenue pipeline. Collaborate with internal stakeholders across content, production, talent, and marketing to package compelling commercial programs. Ideal Profile 7+ years of experience in media sales, partnerships, digital advertising, sponsorships, or sports entertainment sales. Strong pipeline management and CRM discipline. Comfortable selling across digital media, social content, and creator-driven campaigns. Confident presenter, strong negotiator, relationship builder, and strategic thinker with proven deal-closing experience. Nice-to-Haves: Existing brand and agency relationships across sports, entertainment, lifestyle, gaming, or CPG categories. Meet the Team & Your Future at BC You’ll be working closely with our US Head of Sales Paul Pirotta, a collaborative commercial leader who values ownership, accountability, and long‑term partnership building. What We Offer: Benefits & Perks Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision) Medical with Cigna & Kaiser with excellent coverage Unlimited PTO 401K employer match Life and disability insurance Bonus program Extended paid parental leave Pet insurance Employee Assistance Program with Mental Health Resources Your Growth & Our Culture A Collaborative Environment: Respect, teamwork, and open communication. Exposure to a Global Company: Work alongside colleagues worldwide. Opportunities for Impact: Value new ideas and encourage initiative. Room to Grow: Support learning and development. Balance & Flexibility: Support work‑life balance and offer flexibility. What’s Good About Working Here Empowerment to take initiative and collaborate directly with other teams. Voice at all levels. Encouraged side projects and learning outside day job. Informal and fun culture with memes, good coffee, and themed Slack channels. Ready to Join? We’re excited to learn more about you! Here’s how to apply and what to expect. Our Interview Process Application Review: Team personally reviews every application. Intro Chat: Initial conversation with Talent or People team. Information Request: Additional info may be requested at any stage. Team Interviews: Meet with team members and/or leaders for deeper conversations. Assessment / Final Interview: May include a practical task, personality or work style assessment, and/or additional team meetings. Offer! Reference Checks: Conducted before start date. For candidates based in New York, the annual base salary for this role is $150,000-$200,000 plus a competitive commission structure tied to quarterly revenue performance. #J-18808-Ljbffr