Senior Account Executive
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Before you apply
LocationNew York
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience4–6 yrs
DepartmentClient Relations, Business Development
Company size201–500 people
PostedSep 14, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live3d ago
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4-6 years of experience in media sales, brand partnerships, marketing, or agency partnerships
Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding revenue or comparable commercial targets
Experience selling integrated branded content and storytelling-led solutions, not solely standard media
Strong understanding of the media, publishing, social, marketing and advertising landscape
Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Ability to independently lead client conversations and pitches
Strong operational discipline across pipeline management, forecasting, proposals, follow-up, and internal coordination
Highly organized, detail-oriented, responsive, and able to manage multiple opportunities and deadlines simultaneously
Strong understanding of how fashion, footwear, luxury, and beauty brands authentically engage with culture
Proficient in AI-powered tools and modern sales technology
Ability to quickly adopt new platforms and use technology to improve productivity, research, organization, and sales effectiveness
Proactive, accountable and comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced sales environment
Must be eligible to work in the US
Candidate must be based and located in New York
About the company
Founded in 2005, Hypebeast is a global contemporary-culture media brand with operations across 12 markets. Through original reporting, video, collaborations, and live events, Hypebeast covers fashion, footwear, art, design, music, sports, and technology, bringing audiences closer to the people and ideas shaping culture.
Responsibilities:
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Drive revenue across Hypebeast’s digital, social, branded content, and experiential platforms, meeting assigned quarterly and annual revenue targets.
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Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline through consistent prospecting, account growth, and new business development, with accurate forecasting and clear next steps.
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Independently own assigned client and agency relationships from outreach and briefing through proposal, negotiation, close, and internal handoff.
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Maintain a high volume of account activity, including a baseline expectation of 8 quality client and agency meetings per week, with timely follow-up and responsiveness.
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Develop and confidently present strategic, client-ready proposals with clear narratives, deliverables, pricing, and timelines.
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Proactively manage opportunities, deadlines, and cross-functional collaboration, escalating early when support is needed and demonstrating strong knowledge of Hypebeast’s products, processes, and capabilities.
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Leverage AI, technology, marketplace insights, and cultural trends to improve efficiency, inform sales strategy, and proactively identify opportunities.
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Take accountability for assigned business by following through on commitments, communicating effectively, and incorporating feedback.
Requirements:
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4-6 years of experience in media sales, brand partnerships, marketing, or agency partnerships.
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Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding revenue or comparable commercial targets.
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Experience selling integrated branded content and storytelling-led solutions, not solely standard media.
•
Strong understanding of the media, publishing, social, marketing and advertising landscape.
•
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to independently lead client conversations and pitches.
•
Strong operational discipline across pipeline management, forecasting, proposals, follow-up, and internal coordination.
•
Highly organized, detail-oriented, responsive, and able to manage multiple opportunities and deadlines simultaneously.
•
Strong understanding of how fashion, footwear, luxury, and beauty brands authentically engage with culture.
•
Proficient in AI-powered tools and modern sales technology, with the ability to quickly adopt new platforms and use technology to improve productivity, research, organization, and sales effectiveness.
•
Proactive, accountable and comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced sales environment.
Hiring process
If you think you’ve got what it takes, please provide your cover letter, CV and expected salary.
This position is based and located in New York. Candidate must be eligible to work in the US.
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