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Teamwork makes the stream work.Roku is changing how the world watches TVRoku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.About the teamThe world is cutting the cord and streaming its TV online, a shift that has dramatically changed how advertisers target, reach and measure their preferred audiences in ways that broadcast TV and cable never could.Roku Ads Manager is our answer to the growing demand in streaming advertising. Our self‑serve platform just entered General Availability (GA) in September 2024 and has picked up major momentum. Our Ads Manager team is small, gritty, and focused on scaling the best streaming ad platform in the market. We move fast, pivot quickly, and work hard. We rally around decisions, challenge assumptions, and push the limits on what advertising can do for growth marketers, performance agencies, and any other business interested in making the big screen work for their brands’ objectives.The Roku Ads Manager team is looking for an Account Executive to help us scale our platform.About the roleTV ads were once reserved for large national brands. Roku believes that it’s better for streamers, brands, and our company that all businesses have a path to advertising in streaming. Roku Ads Manager is our answer to democratizing streaming advertising, creating a self‑serve path for businesses of any size to get their brand on the big screen.Roku Ads Manager is looking for an Account Executive to help lead demand generation and client growth for our self‑serve streaming ad platform.Below are some key roles and responsibilities:Prospecting: Identify and target large pools potential advertisers who could benefit from Roku Ads Manager’s self‑serve ad platform. Use creative solutions to segment the market, build addressable lead list cohorts, and prioritize those for maximum return on outreach (i.e. sign‑ups + revenue).Outreach: Initiate contact with potential advertisers through various channels, including email, platform‑direct messaging, Zoom calls, and social media. Clearly communicate the value proposition of our self‑serve ad platform and how it can meet the advertiser's objectives.Qualification: Qualify leads to ensure they align with the ideal customer profile and are likely to benefit from the platform. Once qualified, ensure these advertisers have the resources and info they need to start spending, offering onboarding services if required.Onboarding: Assist qualified new advertisers in setting up their accounts and campaigns, as needed. This includes answering questions, recommending best practices, and demoing the platform directly to brands. Once onboarded, you’ll have the chance to grow the leads you feel have potential for meaningful revenue impact.Nurture & Support: Cultivate relationships with top brands to encourage long‑term engagement and loyalty. Collaborate with advertisers to optimize their campaigns for better performance. Gather feedback from brands, beneficial to both advertiser growth and Roku product improvements. Answer questions from advertisers via our support channels.Upselling: Identify opportunities for upselling additional features or services to existing advertisers. Collaborate with other teams to maximize revenue from existing clients.Reporting: Generate and provide regular reports to management on key metrics, conversion rates, and the overall success of our platform. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the success of ad campaigns on the platform.In summary, Ads Manager AE's play a pivotal role in driving customer acquisition, ensuring successful onboarding, and fostering ongoing relationships with advertisers to maximize revenue and satisfaction. AE's are directly responsible for building relationships and helping clients and agencies drive business results through consultative selling, education, and client service. Ideal candidates will have the ability to drive advertisers’ marketing strategy coupled with a willingness to roll up their sleeves and execute the tactics. Success in this position requires exceptional prioritization skills to differentiate service by priority accounts while delivering best‑in‑class customer service to everyone.You will be an individual contributor, while also maintaining an ownership mindset when it comes to influencing the product, working cross‑functionally, and scaling.The role is fast‑paced in a particularly high‑growth area, requiring the ability to work autonomously in an ever‑changing environment.Sound like fun?For New York Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $56,000 and $85,000 annually.Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location.This role is eligible for incentive compensation/commissions, health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.What you’ll be doingProspect potential advertisers and agencies who can benefit from Roku’s solutions to grow their businessActively participate in all phases of the sales lifecycle including identifying and developing leads; meeting with future and existing clients; developing value propositions; and closing businessOperate at scale, managing a high volume of accounts by identifying opportunities and prioritizing service according to revenue and potentialUnderstand clients’ business and translate marketing objectives into results for advertisers, growing advertiser investment on the Roku self‑serve ad platformCommunicate effectively with advertisers, as well as internal Roku stakeholders; identify and communicate opportunities internally to improve Roku’s products based on advertiser feedbackWe’re excited if you haveWorking knowledge of digital advertising marketplace, buying models, and technology2+ years working in sales, growth marketing and/or a client facing role. Bonus points for working in client‑facing roles at ad networks or mobile gaming companiesDemonstrated ability in crafting and sending a high volume of personalized emails and overcoming objectionsStrength in ability to communicate value on the phone, in email, and over video demosThrive when operating at scale, using data to drive operations and executionThe ability to effectively collaborate with internal support and cross‑functional teams, while autonomously managing your own book of businessAmbition for building from the ground up and seeking constant improvement for the businessA naturally curious mindset, eager to learn and grow in a fast paced, dynamic environmentA self‑starter who’s hungry to attack new challenges that come with building a new line of businessA growth hacker who believes in helping brands of any size grow with streaming adsOur Hybrid Work ApproachRoku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy.BenefitsRoku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Employees are supported in taking time off, in accordance with local leave policies and other personal needs to support their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role.AccommodationsRoku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.EEO StatementRoku is an equal opportunity employer, inclusive of all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Privacy NoticeIf you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing WorkforcePrivacy@Roku.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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