Agency Development Lead
Philo is looking for a driven, seasoned Agency Development Lead to support the growing Philo advertising team.
As an Agency Development Lead at Philo, you will help maximize the tremendous growth we’re seeing in ad sales overall and complement our cutting-edge programmatic-first sales approach.
Do you have experience selling digital video to top tier advertiser and agency accounts across both programmatic and direct sales channels? Do you have strong people skills and the ability to work with a variety of clients internally and externally? Are you a strategic thinker with the ability to identify sales opportunities and customize your pitch to achieve and exceed your goals? Do you take ownership and initiative in a fast-paced environment?
If you are someone who embodies these responsibilities and qualifications, then we want to meet you!
What You'll Do:
- Identify demand gaps and develop a strategic approach to drive advertising revenue for Philo
- Engage in-market with Agencies and Brands – bring a consultative approach to generate new business and expand existing accounts.
- Own your book of business through the entire lifecycle, from prospecting and meeting outreach through campaign set up and troubleshooting to post-reporting and renewal.
- Work hand-in-hand with ad ops and ad tech partners to book campaigns, troubleshoot, and provide post-reporting in a timely manner.
- Refine Philo ad sales materials for specific purposes/clients.
- Maintain an up-to-date database of existing and new business across both direct and programmatic channels.
- Respond promptly to advertiser and agency RFPs.
- Work cross-functionally with internal Philo teams including partnerships, ad ops, finance, legal, etc. to build groundbreaking advertising partnerships and share knowledge/best practices.
- Be the voice of advertisers at Philo, and help to inform future Philo ads products.
- Be an expert with a deep understanding of current CTV advertising trends and innovations.
What You’ll Bring:
- Minimum 10+ years experience selling TV, CTV, or digital video.
- Established relationships with advertising agencies and brands.
- Experience with both direct and programmatic sales models.
- Extremely proactive with the drive to achieve your own and broader business goals.
- A passion for providing best-in-class, innovative CTV solutions for brands and improved experience for viewers.
- A collaborative nature that thrives when working with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, exciting environment while maintaining an unwavering dedication to quality work.
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to sell value and not just price.
- Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to “own the room.”
- Humility, drive, curiosity, and resourcefulness.
- BS/BA degree.
More about Philo
At Philo, we’re a company that puts people first—both our subscribers and our team. Our philosophy is to empower our colleagues to do their best work while supporting each other in pursuing shared goals. We value pragmatism, pride in our work, and passion. Transparency and openness are fundamental to our company culture. We are committed to diversity and inclusion as we grow the Philo team and shape the future of TV. We believe that a diverse set of voices and perspectives on our team enables us to innovate faster and create the best experience for our subscribers.
Philo offers access to top-rated networks, including AMC, BET, CMT, Comedy Central, Discovery, Food Network, Hallmark, HGTV, History, Investigation Discovery, Lifetime, MTV, Nickelodeon, OWN, VH1, WE tv, and more, along with groundbreaking originals and blockbuster movies included with AMC+. Our service also includes 80+ free channels and premium add-ons like STARZ and MGM+.
Our extensive library boasts over 75,000 titles, and our unlimited DVR allows users to save their favorite shows and movies for up to a year, skipping ads for a seamless viewing experience. Stream on up to three devices simultaneously, whether on your phone, tablet, laptop, or TV using Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Samsung TV, Android TV, Vizio TV, or Chromecast.
Philo is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in New York and Cambridge, MA. Our leadership team includes a co-founder of Facebook and alums from Meraki and HBO, backed by NEA and industry partners like Discovery, Viacom, AMC, and A&E.
Join us at Philo and be part of a team that's shaping the future of TV!
Projected Start Date: ASAP
Status: Full-time
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Compensation: Includes annual salary between $210K - $250K depending on experience, company stock options and health benefits
We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. Philo is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that everyone does their best work when they are supported by each other and the company, and we offer a generous set of benefits to make sure the Philo team is happy and healthy. Here is a sampling of the benefits we offer our team:
- Full health, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions (we match 100% of deferrals up to 3% of pay and 50% of the next 2% of pay)
- Flexible working hours
- Up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave
- Unlimited paid time off for vacation and sick leave
- $2,000 annual vacation bonus (we pay you to take a two week vacation)
- $5,250 annually for professional development and educational assistance
- $1,250 annual home office + TV stipend during first year of employment ($250 annually thereafter)
- $500/month ($6,000/year) bonus for employees who commit to working at least 3 days per week in our offices, plus generous commuter benefits ($315/month towards transit, rideshare, bike rental, or parking at our HQ office in San Francisco)
- Free Gympass subscription — an all-in-one corporate benefit that gives employees the largest selection of gyms, studios, classes, training and wellness apps
- Dog-friendly office
- And much more!
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What We Do
Philo is a streaming television service that's reimagining the TV experience for the modern viewer. Founded by a group of technology and product enthusiasts, we set out to build the future of television by combining the best of modern technology with the most compelling medium ever invented—delivering the TV experience we've always wanted for ourselves. At our core, Philo provides an affordable, easy-to-use streaming platform that gives users access to 100+ live TV channels, thousands of on-demand shows and movies, and unlimited cloud DVR storage. We focus on delivering exceptional entertainment and lifestyle content from networks like AMC, HGTV, Food Network, Comedy Central, MTV, Discovery, A&E, Hallmark, and many more—all without the high cost of traditional cable. What sets us apart is our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance the viewing experience. We utilize cloud delivery, modern tech stacks, machine learning, and hand-crafted native app experiences across all major platforms including Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Vizio, iOS, Android, and web. Our recommendation systems use advanced algorithms to personalize content discovery, helping users find shows they'll love every time they open the app. We're also pioneering next-generation features like multi-screen and multi-user playback experiences, allowing households to watch different content simultaneously across devices. Our unlimited cloud DVR means users never have to worry about storage limits or choosing what to record—they can save everything and watch on their own schedule. Beyond the technology, Philo is built on a simple belief: great television should be accessible and affordable. We've designed our service to be straightforward and transparent, with no hidden fees, no complicated bundles, and no long-term contracts. Our mission is to deliver rock-solid streaming basics while continuously innovating to create delightful, user-centric experiences. With offices in San Francisco, Brooklyn, and Cambridge, Philo brings together talented engineers, product designers, data scientists, and content experts who are passionate about solving complex technical challenges and building products that millions of people love to use. We're a lean, collaborative team that values innovation, quality, and putting our users first in everything we do.
Why Work With Us
We're building innovative streaming technology for millions of users with a talented, collaborative team. Tackle complex problems in ML and personalization with meaningful ownership and no corporate bureaucracy. Flexible remote/hybrid work, competitive compensation, and real work-life balance.
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Philo offers flexible work arrangements with offices in San Francisco, Brooklyn, and Cambridge. Hybrid employees choose their own schedule with commuter benefits for 12+ days/month. Fully remote positions available outside office locations.
