Sales Account Executive, NBCU Local Chicago

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

NBC Chicago is seeking a dynamic and digitally fluent Account Executive to drive revenue growth across our industry-leading portfolio of linear, streaming, and advanced advertising solutions. This role is ideal for candidates with experience selling CTV, OTT, digital video, programmatic, audience-based, or performance-driven media solutions who are eager to represent one of the most powerful premium content portfolios in the marketplace. The Account Executive will be responsible for developing new business opportunities and growing existing client relationships across NBCUniversal's portfolio, including Peacock, NBC, Telemundo, NBC Sports, FAST channels, and advanced advertising solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive revenue across linear television, Peacock, digital video, programmatic, and audience-based advertising solutions.
• Develop consultative relationships with advertisers and agencies to uncover business objectives and translate them into effective marketing solutions.
• Collaborate with agency trading teams, programmatic buyers, and client stakeholders to activate campaigns through both direct and automated buying channels.
• Leverage NBCUniversal's first-party data, audience solutions, and attribution capabilities to deliver measurable client outcomes.
• Prospect new business opportunities and consistently build a strong sales pipeline.
• Work cross-functionally with planning, account management, ad operations, research, marketing, and programmatic specialists.
• Present market insights, audience strategies, campaign performance results, and integrated solutions to clients.
• Develop proposals and negotiate advertising partnerships across streaming, digital, and broadcast platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of media sales experience or a supporting role with exceptional knowledge of OTT/Programmatic execution.
• Strong background in:
  • Streaming/OTT
  • Connected TV (CTV)
  • Programmatic advertising
  • Digital video sales
  • Ad tech
  • Agency trading desks
  • Demand-side platforms (DSPs)
• Knowledge of platforms such as FreeWheel, Operative, Salesforce, Prisma, DV360, The Trade Desk, or similar advertising technology tools.
• Familiarity with Nielsen, Comscore, and digital measurement solutions.
• Experience working with advertisers, agencies, programmatic teams, or media buyers.
• Understanding of audience targeting, identity solutions, measurement, attribution, and data-driven marketing.
• Proven ability to generate new business and exceed revenue goals.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Must be able to travel as needed for client meetings and internal collaboration.

Success Factors

The successful candidate will be:

• A consultative seller who understands both traditional and ever-changing digital media.
• Passionate about streaming, OTT/CTV, and programmatic advertising.
• Keep up with digital trends to help understand the client.
• Results-oriented with a hunter mentality for new business development.
• Skilled at building long-term client partnerships.
• Comfortable navigating a rapidly evolving advertising and media landscape.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Job Requirements:

• Must be 21 years or greater 
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV to this job through www.nbcunicareers.com 

Additional information

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $90,000 - $130,000 (SIC eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.