Wattpad · 1 month ago
[WEBTOON] Advertising Sales Representative
Los Angeles, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expWEBTOON Entertainment is a leading global entertainment company and home to some of the world's largest storytelling platforms. They are seeking an ambitious Advertising Sales Representative to support key revenue streams by engaging prospects, advancing opportunities through the sales funnel, and fostering strong client relationships in a collaborative team environment.
ContentDigital EntertainmentMobile AppsPublishing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Drive business growth by engaging prospects and mid-market advertisers and agencies within an assigned territory or vertical, contributing directly to achieving overall team revenue goals
Oversee the sales process from initial pitch and client education through negotiation and deal commitment, leveraging internal support teams for technical and commitment expertise
Develop and present custom, compelling digital advertising solutions that align with client business objectives
Proactively collaborate with peers to strategize on complex accounts, share best practices, and ensure cohesive market coverage, avoiding competitive internal dynamics
Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships, acting as a strategic partner and trusted advisor
Assist with responding to RFP’s and providing strategic recommendations
Coordinate with Sales Support and Ad Operations teams to ensure successful campaign execution and client satisfaction
Assist with campaign set up and ensure all ads are being served correctly
Provide accurate and reliable updates on opportunities and account health to contribute to team-wide forecasting and pipeline planning in Salesforce
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of industry trends, competitor offerings, and our evolving product suite to effectively position our solutions
Utilize advanced market research (e.g., MediaRadar, LinkedIn Sales Navigator) to identify and prioritize high-potential accounts for team engagement
Qualification
Required
5–8 years of demonstrated success in a sales, account management, or business development role, preferably selling digital media, programmatic, or advertising solutions
Proven ability to thrive in a team-based, collaborative sales environment with a focus on collective success over individual targets
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business, Marketing, Communications, etc.)
Excellent presentation, negotiation, and client management skills
High proficiency in CRM systems and pipeline reporting
Must be highly organized, self-directed, and possess a strong commitment to team goals
Location Requirement: Must be a resident and legally authorized to work in Los Angeles, CA
Preferred
Interest in advertising, digital media, and entertainment/fandom culture (e.g., comics, anime, novels, or pop culture)
Company
Wattpad
Wattpad is a digital entertainment company providing an online social storytelling platform for original stories.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$117.8MKey Investors
Times BridgeTencentOMERS Ventures
2021-01-20Acquired
2019-03-13Series Unknown
2018-01-17Series Unknown· $51M
Leadership Team
Allen Lau
Co-Founder and CEO
Ivan Yuen
Co-Founder
Recent News
2026-01-17
2025-12-04
Business Wire
2025-12-03
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