Account Executive - Regional Ad Sales

Company description:

We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet - now all we're missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter - both for our audiences and our employees - and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. 

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV, Network 10 (Australia) and Channel 5 (UK).  

In Australia, we deliver premium content on any screen, anytime, anywhere, via an enhanced viewing ecosystem.   We pride ourselves on creating content that gets people talking. What's more, you can watch and stream for free on 10, 10 Drama, 10 Comedy and Nickelodeon, plus a vast array of Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST channels) as well as 10 Streaming and on SVOD with Paramount+.

Job description:

We now have an exciting ENTRY LEVEL opportunity in to our high performing Ad Sales team in Sydney.

What you'll do as an Account Executive:

This role is responsible for supporting the Sales team working on a dedicated portfolio of accounts, ensuring that the administrative and customer service functions are delivered with the utmost care and accuracy.

Some of the key responsibilities include: 

• Providing administrative support to nominated Account Managers in an effective, detailed and timely manner. 
• Delivering a high level of client satisfaction through providing prompt, customer focused and professional responses to enquiries and requests.
• Proactively providing support and embracing joint responsibility with Account Managers for client activity and internal reporting activity, such as post campaign reports, preparing client proposals, booking procedures, revenue reports, etc.
• Accurate management of client database 
• Various projects when delegated 
• Being a key point of contact in the absence of the Account Manager to ensure the needs of our clients and agencies are met in a customer focused manner. 

What are the benefits? 

• Representing some of the world's most powerful media & entertainment brands
• Working for a Global brand, you will have career development opportunities which expand to countries all over the world
• Ability to thrive in a highly successful Sales team who work hard and celebrate success regularly. 
• Free subscription to Paramount + amongst other benefits

What are we looking for in an Account Executive? What's important?   

• Strong skills across the Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Outlook
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proactive and able to use initiative to solve problems and navigate challenges with a positive attitude
• Great attention to detail
• Proven experience in a customer service focused role

Extra points for the following, but not essential:    

• Previous media industry experience would be great
• Exposure to working with a client database

Paramount ANZ is proud to be recognised by Diversity Council Australia as a 2024-2025 Inclusive Employer.

Paramount embraces differences and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of factors such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property or birth. These grounds also include age, nationality, marital status, disability, place of residence and sexual orientation.

Paramount acknowledges and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of the lands where we live, learn and work, and honours their continuing connection and care for Country and storytelling.