Account Management Manager

DraftKings Inc. • New York, NY

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About The Position

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together. The Crown Is Yours As a Manager, Account Management on the Brand Partnerships team, you’ll lead the execution of media partnerships across a growing portfolio, including podcasts and branded content within the DraftKings Network. You’ll manage a team while working closely with Sales, Marketing, and other partners to bring campaigns to life from idea through delivery. This role sits at the center of it all—shaping strategy, strengthening client relationships, and making sure every campaign runs smoothly and delivers real impact.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 7 years of experience in account management, media planning, or client services, ideally within a publisher environment.
• Experience working with podcasts, along with familiarity in branded content and influencer marketing.
• Experience managing and developing team members, with a focus on growth and performance.
• Strong client management skills and the ability to build lasting relationships.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a strong sense of ownership.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Account Managers and Associate Account Managers, supporting their growth and day-to-day success.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to build media plans and shape compelling partnership offerings across podcasts and branded content.
• Oversee campaigns from kickoff through execution, ensuring everything runs smoothly and meets client expectations.
• Bring new partnership ideas to the table, helping to create thoughtful, first-to-market opportunities across media properties.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to grow and renew existing partnerships.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to move ideas forward, from early concepts through go-to-market execution.
• Partner with Legal to support contract reviews and approvals across multiple deals.
• Manage financial workflows, including pricing alignment, billing, and invoicing.
• Act as a go-to resource for media products, ensuring campaign details, timelines, and specs are accurate and aligned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees