CareerPlan

Account Executive, SME (Performance Advertisers)

New York CityFull-time$90k–$120k2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Account Executive driving adoption of the Outbrain Direct Response by Teads platform among performance marketers focused on conversion KPIs.

Role type

Account Executive (Direct Response / Performance Marketing)

Builds

Direct advertiser relationships and revenue for a global omnichannel advertising platform

Domain

Digital Advertising / AdTech / Programmatic

Required skills

AdTech sales experience, performance marketing knowledge (CPL, CPA, ROAS, CPI), pipeline management, outreach and networking, client onboarding collaboration, revenue target achievement

Preferred skills

Experience with SME brands or direct response agencies, familiarity with campaign optimization

Technologies

Outbrain, Teads platform

Responsibilities

Build and manage a global pipeline of direct advertisers and performance marketers; Drive new business through outreach, networking, and platform demos; Understand client KPIs and pitch value propositions; Collaborate with account management and tech teams for seamless onboarding; Maintain knowledge of programmatic trends and competitor offerings; Meet and exceed revenue targets

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC