Ad Sales Intern

Teamwork makes the stream work.   Roku is changing how the world watches TV Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem.

We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers. From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander.

We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.  About the team The Pricing & Planning team operates holistic management of the advertising business. This includes price modeling, rate card strategy, and annual partnerships execution.

Our team works cross-functionally with Roku Media stakeholders to ensure the pricing & packaging of our products is optimized towards Roku’s profitability while meeting client objectives. We are a nimble, solutions-oriented team focused on customers’ KPIs when evaluating all opportunities presented to Roku.   About the role The Sales Planning (Ad Sales) Intern supports sales goals through the creation of strategic advertising proposals and will become the subject matter expert on Media Planning.

The Role

is located in the New York office and will report into the Sr. PlanningManager based in New York, NY.    For New York Only - The estimated hourly rate for this position is between $20 and $50 per hour.

Compensation

packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, and wellness benefits.     What you'll be doing  Be the dedicated owner of an assigned account, including building media plans for RFPs (requests for proposal)  Manage the full pre-sale process for assigned account including research and creative brainstorm  Collaborate with Sales and Planning to create a sales pitch for an assigned prospective Roku client   Meet with cross-functional teams to gain 360 knowledge of Ad Sales landscape  Partner with Sales teams to implement packaging and pricing strategies, as defined by Revenue Operations rate cards and guidelines   Collaborate with various departments, such as Ad Ops, Inventory Analytics, and Marketing, to fulfill client requests and aid Sales in their proposals    We're excited if you have Media or communications coursework is preferred  Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint  Familiarity in media math and terminology is a plus  Familiarity with the CTV landscape is beneficial  Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative Ad Sales team environment  A positive attitude when handling day-to-day tasks  Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities  Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills  Excellent verbal and written communication skills    Our Hybrid Work Approach Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday.

Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy.   Benefits Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families.

Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs.

It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.   Accommodations Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law.

If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.   The Roku Culture Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check.

We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.

We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.

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