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Associate Director, Media Sales (SF)

Verve logoVerve$115,000–$125,000/yrSan Francisco, USListed 1y+ ago

Taken at the midpoint of its range, $120,000/yr, this role pays less than the middle Account Executive opening on the board today ($125k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $82.1k–$315k/yr.

The posting

Who We Are

Verve has created a more efficient and privacy-focused way to buy and monetize advertising. Verve is an ecosystem of demand and supply technologies fusing data, media, and technology together to deliver results and growth to both advertisers and publishers–no matter the screen or location, no matter who, what, or where a customer is. With offices across the globe and with an eye on servicing forward-thinking advertising customers, Verve’s solutions are trusted by more than 90 of the United States’ top 100 advertisers, 4,000 publishers globally, and the world’s top demand-side platforms. Learn more at verve.com .****

Verve For Advertisers is a technology company that empowers brands and agencies to connect moments of discovery and drive measurable outcomes across screens.

As part of Verve, we've unified the company's demand-side offering, bringing together the largest on-site search intent dataset outside of walled gardens, direct SDK integrations with top apps, alongside data partnerships with 3M+ websites and LLMs. Our technology captures both what consumers do and why they do it, delivering high-fidelity audiences, insights, and activation across premium omnichannel inventory.

We are a warm, collaborative sales team and we are looking for someone who is passionate about digital media and ad tech. If you're an experienced salesperson who is looking to advance your media sales career, we would love to speak with you!

Responsibilities include

  • Build relationships with media agencies and brands
  • Develop and maintain a sales pipeline and prospect database
  • Break new business and grow existing partnerships with advertisers
  • Work closely with the sales development team to engage prospects and generate meetings
  • Collaborate with the media strategy and client services teams on campaign planning and execution
  • Contribute to the company’s marketing strategies and product development
  • Attend conferences and industry events
  • Mentor new hires and junior team members

Here are a few indicators that you're the right person

  • You love digital media and advertising technology and you have an existing list of agency relationships
  • You possess a high level of integrity and professionalism
  • You love entertaining, talking to, and meeting new people
  • You’re a natural overachiever who likes to set the bar high
  • You’re a self-starter, passionate about learning, and are a natural problem solver
  • You have strong organization skills and show great attention to detail
  • You prioritize well, display a sense of urgency, and have no problem meeting deadlines
  • You have a proven track record of strong performance, including breaking new business and exceeding quotas

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience and a proven track record in digital media sales

Some company benefits include

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health resources
  • 401(k) match and generous PTO
  • Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans for Healthcare, Dependent care, and Commuting
  • Paid Parental Leave for life’s important milestones
  • Hybrid work environment (NYC office)
  • Free lunch for onsite team members in NYC

We welcome diversity and non-traditional paths into all of our roles. We believe in hiring the right person as opposed to the right combination of keywords.

Communications regarding your application will only come from @jungroup.com or @verve.com email addresses.

Salary Range

$115,000 - $125,000 USD

OTE Range

$230,000 - $250,000 USD

Verve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are a California resident subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act, click here to understand how Verve processes your personal information and how you can exercise your rights. If you are located in the EU or UK visit our privacy policy to understand how Verve processes your personal information and how you can exercise your rights.

Taken from Verve's own posting, last seen live on 2 Nov 2026.

The application

Your details, CV and LinkedIn, then 2 questions.

Have readyCVLinkedInCover letter (optional)Website (optional)
  1. 1.
    Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States for Verve?Yes or no
  2. 2.
    Will you now or in the future require Verve to commence or “sponsor” an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)?Yes or no

From Verve's apply page, checked 1 Nov 2026.

About Verve

A programmatic advertising group that sells audiences and media to brands and agencies, sells app and web publishers' inventory to DSPs, and runs in-store retail media in Germany.

Pay schedule: Base salary with commission or bonus, the US media seats on a stated OTE; US postings list health cover, a 401(k) match and paid parental leave, and New York staff within a 90-minute commute work in the office three days a week.

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