Jan 4, 2011

Account Executive - San Francisco

About this job
Twitter has changed the way people communicate.  Now we have a substantial opportunity to change how marketers interact with our rapidly growing user base.  
 
Twitter is creating a world-class team of media professionals, and seeking an experienced Account Executive to develop our business with advertisers and their agencies.  
 
If you’re an enthusiastic Twitter user with relevant sales experience, a strong track record, and solid customer relationships, we invite you to talk to us about advertising sales opportunities at Twitter, Inc.  
 
This position is located in our office in San Francisco, CA and will require some travel to client and agency locations.  The Account Executive will report to the Regional Director. 
 
Responsibilities

  • Establish a collaborative business relationship between Twitter and Fortune 500 companies, and their marketing agencies
  • Create consultative sales presentations to demonstrate how Twitter’s advertising products can be leveraged to connect with consumers
  • Help advertisers build and execute effective campaigns, measure results, and renew / up-sell to drive revenue growth
  • Thought leadership – immersing yourself in the evolving social media landscape, and adapting to Twitter’s ongoing product developments
  • Mentoring new team members as our organization grows
 
Requirements
 
  • 4 - 6+ years of experience in digital media sales, working with Fortune 500 companies and advertising agencies
  • Established relationships with marketing decision makers at companies and agencies
  • A track record demonstrating an ability to develop and grow a book of business
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Deep understanding of Twitter and the social media landscape, and opportunities for marketers
  • Vertical experience a plus - particularly in retail, technology, automotive, travel, and consumer packaged goods
  • Aptitude, creativity, and a preference for working in small, collaborative teams
  • A passion for Twitter and our mission
  • BA / BS degree
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