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Account Executive

Intersection Co., New York, NY, USA

Pay: $90,000-$120,000/yr

Job type: Contract


Who we Are
Intersection is an experience-driven Out of Home media and technology company that delivers programming, consumer amenities, and advertising to cities. From free internet access to way-finding to real-time information, our products make city life easier and more sustainable. We further enrich cities with experiential programming that inspires and engages people throughout their day. With valuable, diverse audiences in America’s top cities, we provide innovative, data‑driven solutions for brands to reach urbanites at scale.

What is the Role?
We’re seeking an Account Executive for our New York team. In this role, you will drive new revenue for our media around New York City and beyond. We prefer someone with media experience, but we’re open to an experienced seller who is looking to break into Advertising & Media sales.

A little about you: you’re skilled at building relationships with prospects and clients, a strategic thinker and planner, have a proven sales track record, are hungry, and possess a proficient understanding of the New York City market. Day to day you’ll develop new relationships, strengthen existing ones, and build best‑in‑class campaigns.

What You Will Accomplish
Within your first month, you will:

Familiarize yourself with the Out‑Of‑Home (OOH) advertising industry, especially transit media

Learn about the assets and inventory we offer

Shadow seasoned Account Executives and managers to practice approach, pitching Intersection, and learning about client opportunities

Understand your clients’ needs, historical campaigns, and media preferences

Start prospecting and cold‑calling new businesses

Within the first 3‑6 months, you will:

Develop a deep understanding of the OOH industry and how to make strategic pitches

Secure at least one face‑to‑face meeting per day

Strengthen client/agency relationships through regular face‑to‑face meetings

Meet and exceed quarterly and annual targets

Generate a steady flow of revenue from new business prospects who advertise with Intersection

You're a Great Fit For This Role Because

Proven success meeting and exceeding sales targets

Strong client relationships in New York and a keen understanding of the market

Professional experience selling local media in the New York market is preferred

A self‑starter with excellent time management, decision‑making skills, and a strong work ethic

Outstanding communication skills; excellent cross‑functional collaboration and teamwork

A competitive mindset while also being a team player

Compensation
Compensation Range: $90,000 - 120,000 OTE

Hybrid Work Policy
Our team operates on a hybrid schedule to balance flexibility with face‑to‑face collaboration. We require all employees to be in the office every Tuesday and Wednesday. Starting in September, this requirement will transition to three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday), with the flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week.

EEO Statement
At Intersection we celebrate every voice that makes us unique and every perspective that makes us grow. It’s our shared responsibility to create an equitable environment where every employee contributes to the culture of the company. Our products and offerings impact cities across the world and it’s our goal to represent the diversity and differences that make cities special. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, and veteran status.

Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability
As a government contractor, we must ensure equal opportunity for people with disabilities. This form helps us measure how well we are doing.

Why this form? It’s voluntary. Completing it is confidential and will not be used against you. We ask employees to update this every five years because a disability can occur at any time. You may identify now even if you did not before.

What counts as a disability? A physical or mental condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or a history of such a condition.

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