Independent Media Sales Director, US (1099 Contractor)

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Sparteo

Sparteo is a fast-growing European-born AdTech powerhouse and the company behind industry-leading solutions like Actirise Viously and our proprietary AI context engine Overwatch. We provide premium publishers with cutting-edge monetization stacks and deliver highly viewable brand-safe and high-impact advertising experiences (Video Display CTV) to top global brands.

As we aggressively expand our US footprint we are looking for a highly connected Independent Media Sales Director to introduce our premium inventory and AI-driven capabilities to top-tier US media agencies and trading desks.

The Role

Company: Sparteo

Location: Remote US (East Coast / New York preferred but open nationwide)

Role Type: 1099 Independent Contractor (Retainer Uncapped Commission)

Start Date: July 2026 (To capture Q4 planning)

This is not a standard SaaS tech-sales role; this is pure Media Sales. As an independent consultant working closely with our VP of Ad Solutions you will act as the tip of the spear for Sparteos Sales House in the US.

Your mission is to leverage your existing Rolodex to open doors at major HoldCos (GroupM Omnicom Dentsu IPG etc.) and leading independent agencies responding to RFPs and closing high-yield programmatic and direct IO deals for Q4 2026 and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Evangelization: Proactively pitch Sparteos premium inventory video formats and contextual AI targeting to US media planners programmatic buyers and agency leadership.
Pipeline Management: Source qualify and manage incoming RFPs. Work closely with our European AdOps and Yield teams to deliver winning proposals.
Deal Execution: Secure Approved Vendor status across target agencies and close deals via Direct IOs PMPs and Programmatic Guaranteed (PG).
Account Growth: Act as the primary US point of contact for your clients. Monitor pacing ensure successful campaign delivery with our team and drive upsells and renewals.
Market Feedback: Provide on-the-ground intelligence to Sparteos leadership regarding US market demands pricing expectations and competitor movements.

What We Are Looking For

Experience: 10 years of proven success in digital media sales specifically selling publisher inventory video formats or programmatic solutions to US agencies.
The Rolodex: You have active warm relationships with decision-makers at major US HoldCos and Trading Desks. You can secure a meeting with a VP of Media or a Programmatic Director next week.
AdTech Expertise: Deep understanding of the programmatic ecosystem (DSPs SSPs) contextual targeting viewability standards (IAS DoubleVerify) and CCPA compliance.
Entrepreneurial Mindset: You are a self-starter comfortable working autonomously as a 1099 Contractor in a fast-paced high-growth environment.

Compensation & Structure

We believe in rewarding top performers who can unlock the US market. Our structure is designed to support you while you build your pipeline transitioning into highly lucrative commissions.

Monthly Retainer: A competitive monthly retainer to secure your dedicated time and evangelization efforts.
Commissions: Aggressive uncapped commission structure (percentage of Net Media Spend collected).
OTE (On Target Earnings): $150000 - $250000 per year for a performer who hits quota with significant upside.

About SparteoSparteo is a fast-growing European-born AdTech powerhouse and the company behind industry-leading solutions like Actirise Viously and our proprietary AI context engine Overwatch. We provide premium publishers with cutting-edge monetization stacks and deliver highly viewable brand-safe a...