Ad Sales Manager Job at Veeps Inc. in New York

THE ROLE

You will be responsible for selling print, digital, and podcast advertising across AFM’s magazines and video/audio properties, as well as custom giveaways and sponsorship opportunities. You will own the full sales cycle, sourcing and prospecting new leads through to deal execution and long‑term client management. To generate new leads, build strong client partnerships, and hit aggressive sales targets, you will leverage your experience in the music label industry and your industry relationships. Thinking outside the box to develop unique advertising solutions will be key to your success.
WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

Drive ad sales across print, digital, branded content, and podcast advertising opportunities.
Own the full deal lifecycle — independently source leads, manage the pipeline, negotiate terms, and close deals from start to finish.
Develop and maintain relationships with music labels, artists, managers, and brands within the music industry.
Sell podcast sponsorships and host‑read integrations across AFM’s audio properties, identifying the right fit between brands and programming.
Generate new leads through proactive outreach, industry events, and leveraging your existing network.
Secure long‑term advertising partnerships across all AFM platforms.
Sell and execute custom giveaway promotions and brand integrations.
Work cross‑functionally with editorial, marketing, and design teams to craft compelling advertising solutions.
Stay ahead of industry trends and propose creative, out‑of‑the‑box advertising ideas.
Consistently meet and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue goals.
WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

5+ years of ad sales experience within the media or entertainment industry.
Demonstrated experience owning deals end‑to‑end, from lead generation through close.
Proven track record of selling to music labels, artists, and brand partners.
Established network of music industry contacts (labels, managers, brands, etc.).
Experience selling across print, digital, and branded content platforms.
Experience selling podcast advertising or audio sponsorships strongly preferred.
Strong negotiation skills and ability to close deals at market rates.
Highly self‑sufficient — comfortable identifying and pursuing your own opportunities autonomously.
Creative thinker with the ability to pitch unique advertising solutions.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Self‑motivated and goal‑oriented, with a passion for music and media.
BENEFITS & PERKS

Our motto is ‘Taking Care of Our Own’ through our pillars of benefits:
HEALTH : Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
YOURSELF : Free concert tickets, generous paid time off, including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days
WEALTH : 401(k) program with company match
FAMILY : New parent programs, including fertility benefits
CAREER : Career and skill development programs with School of Live

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