
Advertising Sales Associate
Paramount
Chicago, ILThis is a Full Time Job
#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
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.
Overview
Paramount Advertising is a leading organization. We are innovative and generate advertising revenue for all our media brands. We use advanced research, data, partner marketing, and sales strategies. We work creatively across different media platforms. These platforms include TV, digital, social media, live events, and new formats. Our audiences include young kids who enjoy Nickelodeon brands, Millennials who like MTV and Comedy Central, and fans of CBS Sports, CBS News, and Paramount. We’re looking for a goal-oriented talent to join the Paramount Advertising Sales Operations team at the entry-level, and we’d love to hear from you!
This entry-level position aims to bring in and develop skilled young people dedicated to media & entertainment, advertising, and serving clients. The role will immerse high potential, recent college graduates into an operational-focused full-time role supporting key Ad Sales groups with exposure to both Linear and Digital advertising. This opportunity allows you to work closely with clients and top industry executives. You will also collaborate with a variety of internal team members. As a result, you will gain valuable insight into the Advertising and Media industry.
Responsibilities
• Work directly with account executives and account managers to fulfill daily client requests
• Facilitate client order entry and management, working with both internal departments and external clients, to ultimately ensure client delivery and exceed client expectations
• Communicate with Sales, Traffic, Sponsorship, and Pricing & Inventory partners to ensure the perfect post-sale execution of advertisement deals across multiple endpoints
• Coordinate with Ad Ops teams to carry out advertisers’ creative assets, brand safety guidelines, and any other specific requests while adhering to internal regulations set by our Standards and Practices team
• Monitor/track and regularly report on campaign impressions and work with multiple departments to make any adjustments needed to ensure orders deliver and bill in full
• Generate reports to fix discrepancies. Resolve issues with campaigns and creative work
• Work directly with Billing/Finance partners to help clear discrepancies and ensure proper revenue recognition at the campaign ends
• Provide ongoing reporting to our Sales teams
• Collaborate with Sales Associate Managers on routine responsibilities and future career goals
Basic Qualifications
• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• Must possess unrestricted US work authorization
• 0 years of post-graduation professional experience
• Well-developed interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills required to interface across multiple levels and groups
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Attention to detail, work ethic, and impressive judgment
• Foresighted initiative-taking individual and team player, ability to learn quickly, be flexible, and adapt to changing industry and organizational landscape
• Desire and interest to work in advertising sales across media & entertainment platforms
Recruitment Timeline:
• Applications Open: August 31
• Applications Close: September 14
• Invitation to Video Interview: Mid September
• Final Round Interviews: Mid - Late September
• Offer Decisions: Late September
As part of the evaluation process, applicants will be required to play a games-based assessment. This assessment is a mandatory part of the application process and will require approximately 30-45 minutes of your time.
Additional details around NYC Local Law 144 Compliance are available on Paramount’s Terms of Use Page: https://www.paramount.com/terms-of-use.
Salary/Benefits
$50,500 - $55,000 /year USD
Starting pay depends on a variety of job-related factors, including geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off (PTO)
Perks
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages
• Generous paid time off
• Exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of a dynamic team
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community
Additional Information
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 includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount, and Pluto TV, among others. The company delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, Paramount provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution, and advertising solutions.