Associate Director - Ad Sales, Sports

Jiostar

Bengaluru permanent

Posted: March 5, 2026

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Associate Director of Ad Sales to spearhead revenue growth and strategic partnerships for JioStar’s Premium Sports . In this role, you will own key client relationships, drive revenue objectives, and position JioStar as a premium destination for TV and Digital advertising. This role demands a deep understanding of India’s advertising ecosystem, strong client engagement skills, and the ability to influence market leaders across brands and agencies.

What you will do::
• Own and deliver revenue targets for key accounts for Premium Sports ad solutions.
• Represent JioStar in the market as a trusted ambassador for the accounts under your portfolio.
• Develop a strong understanding of India’s TV & Digital advertising ecosystem, track industry innovations, and align client needs with JioStar’s solutions.
• Maintain and grow a healthy sales pipeline with disciplined sales processes; proactively flag challenges and ensure timely resolution.
• Drive revenue maximization by evangelizing JioStar as a premium advertising partner across both TV & Digital spends.
• Build and strengthen senior-level relationships with CMOs, Brand Leads, and Agency Heads, serving as a thought partner to optimize campaign efficiencies.
• Gain direct visibility into upcoming campaigns and align JioStar’s offerings with client marketing objectives.

Skills & Attributes for success::
• Strong commercial acumen with proven ability to deliver revenue growth.
• 12-15 years of experience in sales, ad sales, or media sales. Track record of managing large, strategic accounts and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with credibility at CXO and agency leadership levels.
• Deep knowledge of the digital ecosystem and a strategic mindset to leverage emerging trends.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• High ownership, proactive problem-solving ability, and resilience under pressure.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to work cross-functionally.

About Us
Perched firmly at the nucleus of spellbinding content and innovative technology, JioStar is a leading global media & entertainment company that is reimagining the way audiences consume entertainment and sports. Its television network and streaming service together reach more than 750 million viewers every week, igniting the dreams and aspirations of hundreds of million people across geographies.

JioStar is an equal opportunity employer. The company values diversity and its mission is to create a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. The company ensures that the work environment is free from any discrimination against persons with disabilities, gender, gender identity and any other characteristics or status that is legally protected.

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