Full-Time

Account Manager

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The Athletic Media Company

The Athletic Media Company

501-1,000 employees

Digital sports news and analysis platform

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$70k - $85kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Chicago, IL, USA

Role will be located in Chicago, IL.

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • 1-3 years of account management or sales experience.
  • Self-starter with great time management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Eager to learn with the ability to improve on existing processes.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • You love the sales process including providing great service to our clients.
  • You are good at working independently but enjoy being part of a team.
  • Role is located in Chicago, IL.
Responsibilities
  • Assisting Sales Managers in the support and management of accounts as it relates to all ad products.
  • Building media plans, ad schedules, and collateral for pitches and RFP responses.
  • Assist with managing the execution of sold campaigns which may include booking inventory, gathering and distributing ad copy, newsletter assets, and other advertiser assets, setting up talent onboarding calls.
  • Support sellers and ad operations with reporting on delivery of sold campaigns during and after campaign flight including creating campaign recaps.
  • Supporting monthly billing and invoicing processes where applicable..
  • Responding to client requests.
  • Assisting Sales Managers in new business prospecting.
  • Learn our business and the end-to-end ad sales process.
  • Represent The Athletic brand.
The Athletic Media Company

The Athletic Media Company

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The Athletic provides detailed sports news, stories, scores, schedules, and podcasts for sports enthusiasts. Its product includes in-depth articles and analysis from experienced writers, focusing on major leagues like the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and international sports such as Formula One and soccer. The Athletic operates on a subscription model, allowing users to access premium content that is not available for free, which helps fund high-quality journalism. Unlike many competitors that rely heavily on advertising, The Athletic prioritizes quality content and direct reader support. The company's goal is to deliver comprehensive sports coverage that meets the needs of passionate fans who seek more than just basic updates.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$135.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing interest in women's sports boosts The Athletic's market with enhanced World Cup coverage.
  • Hiring high-profile journalists like Dianna Russini strengthens The Athletic's editorial team.
  • New podcast series like 'The Playcallers' diversify content, attracting audio-preferring audiences.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from free platforms like ESPN could divert potential subscribers from The Athletic.
  • AI-generated sports content may reduce the perceived value of The Athletic's premium offerings.
  • Economic downturns threaten subscription revenue as consumers cut non-essential spending.

What makes The Athletic Media Company unique

  • The Athletic offers in-depth sports coverage from top-tier writers, unlike free platforms.
  • It operates on a subscription model, focusing on quality over quantity in sports journalism.
  • The Athletic provides exclusive content, including podcasts and stories, for passionate sports fans.

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Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Short & Long Term Disability

Free Subscription

Competitive Health Care

HSA & FSA

Commuter Benefits