The Hollywood Reporter: Director of Consumer Sales Join to apply for the The Hollywood Reporter: Director of Consumer Sales role at Penske Media Corporation Join a legacy Hollywood brand with 95 years of experience and innovation. As a trusted leader in media, we continue to evolve and set new standards in digital advertising, social media and events. The Hollywood Reporter is on the hunt for a passionate results driven Director of Sales to help us grow our reach and impact. You will work closely with the SVP of Sales & Brand Strategy. This position is located on our New York or Los Angeles office.

Key Qualifications 5+ years of relevant sales, advertising, marketing experience Digital-first sales experience with proven ability to close at a high rate Publisher background is preferred but not required Must have existing relationships with senior clients at both brand and agency in key verticals in New York City or Chicago such as Auto, Spirits, CPG, Retail, Fintech/Finance Proven expertise in developing new senior-level direct client and agency relationships High aptitude for creating big ideas and driving partnerships across all platforms Proven ability to develop, break, and grow business Ability to work with all stakeholders, including brand clients, agency, social, creative, and PR teams Experienced in providing a consultative and solution-based approach Ability to grow business and develop new revenue and product opportunities Excel in a collaborative environment Have excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong negotiation and presentation skills are a must Must be flexible and move with a high sense of urgency when opportunities strike

Key Responsibilities Prioritize in-person meetings and client entertainment to build relationships Actively monitor and analyze sales performance, aligning efforts with company goals and consistently driving growth Collaborate with marketing, creative, and production teams to ensure seamless delivery of products and services to clients Stay ahead of industry trends, bringing innovative ideas and insights to both internal teams and external partners Represent the brand at key industry events, conferences, and networking Lead, develop, and execute innovative sales strategies to achieve revenue goals across digital advertising, social media, and branded events Build, manage, and strengthen relationships with senior-level clients, ad agencies, and PR firms to deliver outstanding results Identify and secure new business opportunities through a proven ability to source, pitch, and close deals Develop customized solutions for clients, leveraging creativity and cross-functional collaboration to address their unique objectives

As THR values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.

Typical wage range: $135,000 - $150,000 + commission. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. The total compensation package for this position will also include other elements, a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off benefits.

PMC is committed to the health and wellness of our employees. As part of our company-wide rollout of PMC’s paid healthcare plan, for this role the company pays 100% of the monthly health, dental and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If you have more or less experience than specified on this job posting, please apply and list your salary expectations.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors).

About The Hollywood Reporter The Hollywood Reporter provides unparalleled access to and intelligence about the business of the entertainment industry, as well as the people and the culture behind it. THR is an urgent and timely blend of rigorous breaking news, analysis, investigative reporting, insightful features, as well as lively design and elegant, creative photography across multiple platforms — a high-octane 24/7 website, a luxurious weekly print magazine, video series, podcasts, exclusive events and robust social media accounts. THR sets the entertainment agenda, elevating and broadening the style and substance of the Hollywood conversation.

About PMC Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience of over 300 million globally. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media reaching viewers on all screens across its brands, including Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, TVLine, Sportico, and more. PMC owns events such as SXSW, LA3C, and Latin Music Week. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with offices worldwide, PMC is committed to fostering an inclusive and responsible workplace.

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full-time

Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries Online Audio and Video Media

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