# Ad Sales Lead, Central

Hiring organization: [Duolingo](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/duolingo)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/9bf83bd6-7bbd-4bf6-a216-7aa1d1056dc9

Listed on Duolingo's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Remote - Illinois
- Remote: yes
- Salary: 140000 – 210000 USD per year

## Summary

Duolingo is seeking an experienced ad sales leader to build out their direct advertising business in the Central region, responsible for developing strategy, managing major brand partnerships, and closing significant deals. This role suits a senior seller with a track record in premium digital advertising who thrives in early-stage business environments and can influence both internal stakeholders and C-level clients.

_Our summary, not Duolingo's wording._

## Skills named

Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Programmatic Advertising

## Required

- 8+ years direct digital ad sales experience
- Track record building senior client relationships and closing new business
- Experience selling premium video and native/custom ad formats in digital or mobile environments
- Ability to operate as a senior seller in early-stage or evolving business
- Commercial judgment across pricing, packaging, and negotiation
- Ability to influence senior brand and agency decision makers
- Understanding of ad tech and mobile app ecosystems
- Data-driven approach to campaign performance and sales strategy
- Excellent communication and presentation skills

## Nice to have

- Established relationships with senior brand and agency leaders in Central region
- Experience building direct ads business from 0→1 or scaling newer ads product
- Experience shaping go-to-market strategy or sales process beyond own accounts
- Familiarity with managed-service and programmatic sales motions

Apply on Duolingo's site: https://careers.duolingo.com/jobs/8653419002?gh_jid=8653419002