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Local Associate Account Manager

Disney Parks and Resorts, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703

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Job Summary:

Disney's Local Sales team is seeking a Local Associate Account Manager to join our Disney Advertising Sales team on one or more brands. Brands include The Walt Disney Company's global entertainment and news properties, owned television stations, as well as radio and publishing businesses (ABC Television Network, ABC Owned Television Stations Group, ABC Studios, ESPN, Hulu, Disney Channels Worldwide, Freeform, FX, National Geographic, Disney/ABC Domestic Television, and Disney Media Distribution). The Ad Operations team leads the operational function for the Disney Ad Sales team, focusing on account management, trafficking, scheduling and sponsorship for all Disney networks, with an emphasis on high-level client service. The Local Associate Account Manager will lead and manage television Ad Sales accounts from booking to invoicing, providing leadership within the sales team and insight on advertiser behavior from both buying and trafficking perspectives. The right candidate is meticulous, thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and is eager to tackle new challenges.

Responsibilities and duties

Support all Local Multimedia sales (Linear, Addressable, Programmatic, Self-serve) from sale to post-sale. Steward accounts and provide maintenance for assigned clients (pre-sales to post-sale). Collaborate to execute campaigns, address client reporting needs and manage campaign performance. Execute budget of order revisions. Input orders and provide ongoing feedback for improved efficiencies. Partner with Traffic to mitigate discrepancies with commercial placement. Support Account Executives by engaging client personnel as needed and coordinating with other Disney Advertising stakeholders. Partner with Finance to assist with billing responsibilities. Execute against political sales volume as needed. Liaise with Accounting/Traffic Coordinator to execute pricing adjustments, order revisions, and other invoice adjustments. Liaise with Traffic to ensure agency positioning and programming needs are met. Review all up-to-the-minute program changes with sellers and managers.

Required Education, Experience / Skills / Training

Required BA/BS or equivalent work experience 1+ years preferred in related industry

Preferred

Operate within highly defined, routine processes and procedures adhering to organizational deadlines Proven leadership & problem-solving skills Enjoys working as part of a team Experience supervising or leading, with ability to work both independently and collaboratively Interested in working in a fast-paced, team environment

About Disney Advertising

Disney Advertising is responsible for advertising sales and integrated marketing for The Walt Disney Company's entertainment and sports offerings through linear, digital, social, audio and ad-supported streaming. This includes ABC, ABC News, Disney+, Disney Channels Worldwide, Disney Digital, ESPN Networks, ESPN+, Freeform, FX, National Geographic, Hulu, and its eight ABC-owned local stations.

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work to create entertainment experiences that are universally and locally cherished. This position is with Disney Advertising Sales, LLC, part of Disney Advertising. Disney Advertising Sales, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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