Account Executive

TL;DR

Account Executive (Digital Sales): Identify and close brand partnerships with U.S. brands and agencies to engage Gen-Z audiences through hirify.global’s creator ecosystem and media inventory with an accent on Tech, Telco, and Gaming verticals. Focus on developing strategic media proposals, proactive outreach, and full-funnel campaigns delivering measurable ROI.

Location: Los Angeles, California (Remote). Must be authorized to work in the US.

Salary: $95,000 - $125,000 annually (USD)

Company

Leading global webnovel platform part of WEBTOON Entertainment with 155 million monthly active users, democratizing storytelling for Gen Z creators and fans.

What you will do

• Identify and prospect new business opportunities with brands and agencies, focusing on Tech, Telco, and Gaming.
• Develop and pitch strategic media and branded content proposals using hirify.global’s creator ecosystem.
• Lead proactive outreach from cold intros to deal closure.
• Collaborate with internal teams to execute campaigns and translate client goals into full-funnel strategies.
• Maintain networks in the U.S. advertising ecosystem and report on sales pipeline and performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years in digital media sales, brand partnerships, or integrated marketing, preferably at publishers or agencies.
• Proven prospecting and closing deals with direct clients and agencies.
• Success selling creative marketing solutions beyond standard media buys.
• Strong understanding of digital storytelling, fandom, and web-novel ecosystem.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills; self-motivated with U.S. network preferred.

Nice to have

• Energy, persistence, and curiosity in client interactions.
• Understanding of culture, fandom, and storytelling as marketing tools.
• Balances creativity with data-driven strategy.
• Eager to grow with a fast-evolving entertainment platform.

Culture & Benefits

• Top health benefits including vision, dental, and personal wellness account.
• 401K contributions (USA), generous vacation, maternity/parental leave top-up.
• Corporate gym discounts, work from anywhere part of the year, winter break shutdown.
• Hybrid model with flexibility for office and remote work; career development and mentorship.
• Diverse, autonomous, collaborative culture focused on users and storytelling.