Associate Director - Entertainment Ad Sales, Digital

About the Role You will own strategic relationships with key advertisers and media agencies, driving digital advertising revenue with a high degree of autonomy. You will work directly with brand and agency leadership to shape integrated digital advertising solutions across JioHotstar's premium entertainment ecosystem, operating independently on complex, high-value engagements. The role requires seasoned commercial judgment, the ability to operate with minimal oversight on strategic accounts, and a track record of building trust-based relationships with senior client and agency stakeholders. You will report directly to the Pod Leader.

Key Responsibilities ● Independently own and grow a portfolio of strategic advertiser and agency relationships, driving digital advertising revenue ● Architect consultative, insight-led sales strategies aligned to client business and marketing objectives. ● Own the complete sales cycle from prospecting and pitching to commercial negotiations, campaign execution, and post-campaign reviews. ● Collaborate with Brand Solutions, Revenue Strategy, Product, and Sales Operations teams to deliver impactful client solutions. ● Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and advertiser spending to identify growth opportunities. ● Identify new business opportunities and onboard new advertisers to the JioHotstar’s ecosystem. ● Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and provide regular business forecasts while consistently achieving and exceeding annual revenue targets. Preferred Candidate Profile ● 8–10 years of experience in Digital Ad Sales, Media Sales, Brand Partnerships, or Advertising Sales. ● Experience working with digital platforms, OTT, publishers, agencies, adtech or media tech organizations. ● Strong understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem, including video, programmatic, branded content, sponsorships, and performance marketing. ● Proven track record of managing advertisers and delivering revenue growth. ● Excellent consultative selling, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. ● Ability to engage with senior marketing and agency stakeholders. ● Strong analytical and presentation skills with the ability to translate business challenges into client solutions. ● Self-driven, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment