The Opportunity:IGN is looking for a Sales Coordinator to join our Gaming & Entertainment sales vertical. This is a unique opportunity to learn the digital advertising business from the ground up. You will collaborate with internal teams across the organization to help make marketing campaigns come to life for the world’s largest brands.If you have a passion for pop culture, a knack for organization, and are eager to learn about the digital media landscape, this is the perfect chance to gain valuable foundational skills and help shape how brands engage with the future of pop culture.This is a hybrid position in Los Angeles, CA that requires working in the office 3 days a week. This role generally follows a full-time schedule, with occasional expectations to work outside standard hours for client needs and events. This role also requires travel for client meetings and events. This role primarily involves computer-based work with extended periods of sitting or standing and regular use of hands and vision for tasks such as typing. Occasional travel is required, which could include lifting and carrying materials, and navigating airports, hotels, and other venues.Key Responsibilities:
Act as the central support hub for Sales Managers and Account Executives by managing and organizing proposals, campaign wrap reports, and ad tags.
Assist with Request for Proposal (RFP) submissions by pulling research, securing ad inventory, and preparing visually appealing presentation materials.
Support campaign execution, including managing ad trafficking, performing quality assurance (QA) on custom creative, monitoring campaign pacing, and assisting with final campaign reporting.
Manage the ad reservation system and ensure the accuracy of detailed records of business in Salesforce and other internal tools.
Maintain clear communication and alignment with internal teams, including Revenue Operations, Finance, Creative Strategy, and Client Services.
Develop a strong understanding of IGN's full suite of advertising products (display, branded content, video, social, programmatic) to support the development of sales materials.
Job Qualifications:
The Must-Haves:
You are highly organized and skilled at multitasking, able to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with ease.
You have strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
You are proactive and enthusiastic about collaboration and problem-solving. You will learn to write clear, concise, and professional emails.
Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office is required, along with the ability to quickly learn new software and proprietary systems
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
Bonus Points:
A deep passion for entertainment, gaming, and pop culture.
You are interested in pursuing a career in digital advertising/ media, and are generally interested in this industry
Prior experience at a media company or agency (digital media)
Knowledge of Comscore (research tools) and Photoshop is a plus
About IGN Entertainment:IGN Entertainment, a division of Ziff Davis, is one of the world’s largest gaming and entertainment media platforms for fans to explore and celebrate games, film, TV, comic, and much more. Across its 15 digital properties, IGNE reaches more than 470 million monthly users in 100 countries and engages with 85 million fans on social media. Through its online digital store Humble Bundle, IGNE has donated over $270 million to more than 38,000 charities worldwide, underscoring its commitment to making a positive impact. Learn more at corp.ign.com. About Ziff Davis: Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology. Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.Our Benefits:IGN Entertainment offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as life and disability benefits. Our employees enjoy Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) with company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.We are committed to work-life balance with Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and paid holidays. We offer family building and caregiving support and generous Family Care and Parental leave, when you need it. We also provide Fitness Reimbursement and access to wellness programs, ensuring our team stays healthy both physically and mentally.At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards. If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then IGN Entertainment is the place for you.Compensation Range:Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The total salary compensation for this role is $50,000 - $55,000. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance.Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Ziff Davis, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. DEI enables us to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of background or circumstances, while enabling our thousands of employees worldwide to thrive.#LI-IGN #IGN
