Job title: Digital Account Manager (sales)
Employment type: Full Time
Experience: 3 to 7 years
Salary: R35000 to R55000
Job published: 21 October 2025
Job reference no: 3974103844

Job Description

Who We Are

We are a dynamic and fast-growing media business representing a diverse portfolio of leading digital platforms. Our focus is on delivering impactful, data-driven advertising solutions that connect brands with their audiences across multiple channels. 

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Digital Account Manager / Sales Executive who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong, profitable relationships with clients and media agencies. You will have a solid understanding of the digital media landscape, a passion for innovation, and a proven ability to convert opportunities into revenue. You are a natural networker, confident presenter, and strategic thinker who brings both enthusiasm and expertise to every interaction.

What You Will Do: 

  • Develop and manage profitable relationships with agencies, clients, and brands to drive new and repeat digital media revenue.

  • Achieve and exceed individual and portfolio sales targets across both programmatic and direct/customised digital campaigns.

  • Actively identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities.

  • Build and maintain strong networks within South African media agencies and advertisers.

  • Present tailored digital media solutions using data and insights to support recommendations.

  • Collaborate with internal teams (Ad Operations and others) to ensure campaigns are delivered seamlessly and meet client expectations.

  • Stay informed of industry trends, audience insights, and platform developments to remain a trusted advisor to clients.

  • Efficiently manage sales processes, systems, and reporting to ensure accuracy and accountability.

What You Need: 

Education & Training

  • A tertiary qualification in Sales, Media, Marketing, or Communications (Degree preferred).

  • An established network within the digital agency and client space.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

  • Excellent negotiation and problem-solving abilities.

  • Strong understanding of digital marketing, including both programmatic and direct sales.

  • Ability to interpret and apply data and research insights (e.g., Narratiive, Google Analytics).

  • Detail-oriented with sound decision-making and leadership capability.

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in digital media sales, preferably within a leading media owner or platform.

  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets.

  • Experience presenting to senior stakeholders and large audiences.

  • Familiarity with programmatic and direct digital advertising channels.

Attributes

  • Energetic, proactive, and self-motivated.

  • Resilient and goal-driven with a collaborative approach.

  • Strong initiative and appetite for networking and relationship-building.

  • Reliable, responsible, and aligned with the company’s broader growth strategy.

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