Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Experian (BillFixers acquired by Experian).
Job overview
The Account Director role at Audigent, part of Experian, focuses on driving revenue by selling specialized data solutions to top-tier agencies and brands, impacting the company's market share and growth in digital media campaigns.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves prospecting new business, presenting and closing deals for Audigent's data products, upselling existing clients, securing key accounts, collaborating with internal teams for custom media solutions, and staying proficient in digital advertising trends.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive compensation package with incentives, paid time off, 401K with 4% company match and immediate vesting, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid holidays, sick days, and volunteer days.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 3+ years in digital, mobile, programmatic or audience data advertising sales, existing media agency relationships, experience with programmatic data or PMP deals, knowledge of DSPs/DMPs/SSPs, and be Midwest-based.
Career development
Experian emphasizes professional growth through a people-first culture, focusing on development, engagement, and innovation in a transforming media category.
Work environment and culture
Experian promotes a diverse, inclusive, and award-winning culture with a focus on work/life balance, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, and recognition, supporting employees to bring their whole selves to work.
Company information
Experian is a global tech company in data and analytics with over 125 years of history, operating in 30+ countries with 22,000 employees, known for innovation and social impact.
Team overview
The candidate will join the sales team reporting to the VP of Sales, working closely with Audience Strategy, Curation, Strategic Accounts, and Marketing teams to deliver client solutions.
Job location and travel
This is a remote position based in the Midwest, allowing flexible work arrangements while supporting regional clients.
Unique job features
The role offers the opportunity to pioneer in a rapidly evolving media category using AI-driven data products like SmartPMP™, ContextualPMP™, and CognitivePMP™ that transform programmatic advertising.
Company overview
BillFixers is a service that negotiates lower rates on household bills such as cable, internet, and phone on behalf of consumers, earning revenue by taking a percentage of the savings they achieve for clients. Founded in 2014, the company leverages negotiation expertise and industry knowledge to secure better deals from service providers, making it easier for customers to save money without direct involvement. In 2022, BillFixers was acquired by Experian, a global leader in consumer credit reporting and financial services, expanding Experian’s suite of consumer financial tools. The acquisition reflects Experian’s commitment to helping consumers manage and optimize their finances more effectively. Understanding BillFixers’ mission and its integration into Experian’s broader offerings can be valuable for candidates seeking roles focused on consumer advocacy or financial technology.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your 3+ years of experience in digital, mobile, programmatic, or audience data advertising sales, emphasizing relationships with media agencies or brands, especially independent agencies in the Midwest region.
Showcase your knowledge of the ad/data tech sales landscape by mentioning familiarity with DSPs, DMPs, SSPs, and specific platforms like TTD and DV360, as well as your ability to sell programmatic data or PMP deals.
Demonstrate your skills in prospecting, closing new business, upselling, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver custom media solutions, reflecting the responsibilities outlined in the job description.
Apply through multiple channels including BillFixers' corporate site (now Experian's careers page) and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Account Director role.
Connect with current employees or managers in the sales or audience strategy divisions at BillFixers/Experian on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent company innovations in data activation or asking about the evolving programmatic landscape at Audigent.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'programmatic data sales,' 'audience data advertising,' 'DSP,' 'DMP,' 'SSP,' 'TTD,' 'DV360,' 'media agencies,' and 'digital media campaigns' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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