Account Executive, Brand, Social & Live Sales Partnerships

At Crooked, we believe the answer to a rising authoritarian movement is a democratic movement powerful enough to fight it and (fingers crossed) defeat it. That means using all the tools at our disposal as a media company to help build a massive, diverse coalition united behind a core set of democratic values: freedom, equality, compassion, and the rule of law. Job Summary:  Crooked is hiring an Account Executive, Brand, Social & Live Sales Partnerships on the Sales team reporting to the VP of Sales. This role will focus on developing and closing high-impact partnerships with brands seeking cultural relevance, large-scale audience reach, and integrated storytelling opportunities across Crooked’s podcasts, simulcast video, social platforms, newsletters, and live events. This position will lead direct sales efforts with brand marketers and agencies focused on brand awareness, cultural moments, branded storytelling, social content and live experiences. The role will also help develop premium sponsorship opportunities tied to Crooked content and its tentpole events including Crooked Con, live tour programming, and special event coverage such as the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The ideal candidate will have deep relationships with holding company, brand, and agency decision makers, experience selling integrated media partnerships, and a track record of closing large multi-platform deals. Crooked has adopted a hybrid work model for our entire staff. We believe that the best work is done in a hybrid capacity as it combines the flexibility of working from home with in-person collaboration. However, some positions at Crooked are remote for specific strategic reasons. And for this role, it is based in New York with some travel required. We are ideally looking for New York based candidates or individuals are willing to relocate before their start date. How You’ll Spend Your Time: Direct Brand Sales Contribute to outbound sales efforts focused on brand marketers and agencies seeking upper-funnel awareness and cultural impact. Develop direct relationships with brand decision makers across marketing, partnerships, and brand strategy teams. Create proactive partnership opportunities that combine Crooked’s podcasts, simulcast video, social channels, newsletters, and live events. Package integrated campaigns that include host-read ads, branded segments, product and social integrations, and premium sponsorships. Own the sales cycle from prospecting through deal negotiation and closing. Strategic Partnerships & Branded Integrations Develop large-scale sponsorship opportunities tied to Crooked tentpole events, including Crooked Con, live shows, cultural moments, and special programming. Lead the sale of branded podcast segments, sponsored editorial integrations, and custom storytelling opportunities across Crooked’s network. Identify opportunities for brands to participate in major editorial moments, breaking news coverage, and c...