Job Overview & Organization Mission

Lead total television advertising sales, broadcast sponsorship integrations, and fast-growing BVOD revenue on 9Now.

Nine Entertainment is recruiting an accomplished Head of Television & Digital Video Ad Sales based at 1 Denison Street, North Sydney. You will lead commercial advertising sales across the Channel 9 network, Olympic Games broadcasts, major NRL properties, and 9Now streaming video, partnering with national media holding groups.

As a key member of the team at Nine Entertainment Co in Sydney, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Lead commercial: Lead commercial sales strategy and revenue delivery across linear broadcast television and 9Now digital video.
• Structure landmark: Structure landmark commercial sponsorships for flagship entertainment and live sporting events (Australian Open, NRL).
• Lead Total: Lead Total TV trading negotiations utilizing Virtual Australia (VOZ) measurement data.
• Manage agency: Manage agency group commercial trading heads and direct client CMO relationships.
• Mentor a: Mentor a high-performing team of group sales managers, account managers, and sales coordinators.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Nine Entertainment Co, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Degree in Media, Business, or Marketing & Extensive Broadcast Media Sales Track Record.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• Degree in Business, Media, or Marketing.
• 10+ years broadcast television or digital video media sales experience in Australia.
• Deep relationships with media agency holding companies (GroupM, Omnicom, IPG, Publicis).
• Proven record of commercial leadership and high-stakes revenue negotiation.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Nine Entertainment Co, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$190,000 – AU$240,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Executive salary $190,000 – $240,000 + 11.5% super + lucrative annual sales commission.
• State-of-the-art broadcast headquarters at 1 Denison Street with panoramic Sydney views.
• Exclusive access to premier sporting, entertainment, and cultural events nationwide.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Nine Entertainment Co

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company, operating the Nine Network, Stan, 9Now, and major metropolitan publishing.

Nine Entertainment Co is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Nine Entertainment Co careers gateway.