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Global Account Director, Entertainment
Location:
New York
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Code:
A39958B
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Global Agency & Accounts Team (GA&A) is a strategic and consultative partner to the largest advertisers and agencies in the world, helping them to develop TikTok solutions that build businesses and brands across our integrated suite of products.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We have an opening for a client-facing, customer service, detail-oriented Global Account Director who will lead the global relationship with some of our largest Media & Entertainment (M&E) partners. We are looking for a strategic leader with media experience that will work hand in hand with TikTok's regional sales teams around the globe. The Account Director will be a crucial member of a growing team that will support the Global Accounts Team in meeting its objectives and providing best in class account management and customer service to clients, both internal and external. This role is responsible for partnering with the Global Accounts and regional (country) Sales teams to fuel revenue growth, build global infrastructure, manage the successful implementation of contracts, legal clearances, financial and strategic incentives and use data and analytics to build consultative solutions for our largest global brand partners, and opportunity map growth areas for our business. The Account Director will establish and strengthen key regional client relationships with a focus on supporting revenue, advertiser education & internal sales team satisfaction. Success in this position requires a focus on client service, the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, and the ability to provide custom solutions for advertisers and internal cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular business reviews and take a consultative, long-term approach to build productive relationships with clients, in collaboration with the Global Accounts and regional Sales team.
- Serve as external product consultant educating clients and agencies on product solutions and best practices.
- Work and collaborate with diverse group of internal cross-functional teams across the Consumer, Content, Product and Revenue business units to drive organizational KPIs.
- Proactively lead product update discussions, educate global brands on TikTok’s new and existing products, and advise on best practices to drive incremental business opportunities.
- Global Reporting & Analysis: On-going deal management and fulfilment analysis of spend, seasonality, bonus allocations and fulfillment, market participation and saturation.
- Optimization Analysis: Internal – Product Suite, Rates, Seasonality, Campaign volume, Creative Production. External – Market, category and product engagement, best practices and innovation tracking, casework sharing.
- Cross-Brand Sharing: Ensures learnings and innovation shared across the accounts and global network shared internally and across functions.
- Analyze account performance data to offer clients data-driven business insights and at the same time, use those insights to improve our account and advertising offerings.
- Collect and share marketplace feedback and guide our account strategy.
- Support and work with the regional sales team on pre-sale research and pitch process and collateral.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep expertise within the entertainment vertical (e.g., film, streaming, television, gaming), with an understanding of industry trends, audience behaviors, and content lifecycles.
- Proven ability to craft strategic, insight-driven narratives that connect data to business impact and influence stakeholders.
- Strong consultative approach, with the ability to identify growth opportunities and translate insights into actionable recommendations for clients and internal teams.
- Ability to analyze data and identify insights to assess business performance with the ability to synthesize large, complex datasets into clear storytelling frameworks, presentations, and executive-ready materials.
- Proactive attitude with excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively translate technical language to non-technical stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Global experience operating at global networks in previous roles and deep understanding of nuances by region.
- Leadership experience in account management/client services roles in digital marketing.
- Expertise in digital marketing ad products including measurement solutions, encompassing experience with key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive data-driven strategies.
- Self-starter, a fast learner who has critical thinking.
- Have a passion for TikTok.
- Experience with ad verification partners (IAS, DV, DAR, MOAT).
COMPENSATION
- Compensation Description (Annually): The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $121600 - $220400 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
- Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
- Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
- Exercising sound judgment.
ABOUT TIKTOK
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
WHY JOIN US
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy – a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TIKTOK ACCOMMODATION
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at
https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
INTRODUCTION
Global Account Director, Entertainment
Location:
New York
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Code:
A39958B
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Global Agency & Accounts Team (GA&A) is a strategic and consultative partner to the largest advertisers and agencies in the world, helping them to develop TikTok solutions that build businesses and brands across our integrated suite of products.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We have an opening for a client-facing, customer service, detail-oriented Global Account Director who will lead the global relationship with some of our largest Media & Entertainment (M&E) partners. We are looking for a strategic leader with media experience that will work hand in hand with TikTok's regional sales teams around the globe. The Account Director will be a crucial member of a growing team that will support the Global Accounts Team in meeting its objectives and providing best in class account management and customer service to clients, both internal and external. This role is responsible for partnering with the Global Accounts and regional (country) Sales teams to fuel revenue growth, build global infrastructure, manage the successful implementation of contracts, legal clearances, financial and strategic incentives and use data and analytics to build consultative solutions for our largest global brand partners, and opportunity map growth areas for our business. The Account Director will establish and strengthen key regional client relationships with a focus on supporting revenue, advertiser education & internal sales team satisfaction. Success in this position requires a focus on client service, the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, and the ability to provide custom solutions for advertisers and internal cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular business reviews and take a consultative, long-term approach to build productive relationships with clients, in collaboration with the Global Accounts and regional Sales team.
- Serve as external product consultant educating clients and agencies on product solutions and best practices.
- Work and collaborate with diverse group of internal cross-functional teams across the Consumer, Content, Product and Revenue business units to drive organizational KPIs.
- Proactively lead product update discussions, educate global brands on TikTok’s new and existing products, and advise on best practices to drive incremental business opportunities.
- Global Reporting & Analysis: On-going deal management and fulfilment analysis of spend, seasonality, bonus allocations and fulfillment, market participation and saturation.
- Optimization Analysis: Internal – Product Suite, Rates, Seasonality, Campaign volume, Creative Production. External – Market, category and product engagement, best practices and innovation tracking, casework sharing.
- Cross-Brand Sharing: Ensures learnings and innovation shared across the accounts and global network shared internally and across functions.
- Analyze account performance data to offer clients data-driven business insights and at the same time, use those insights to improve our account and advertising offerings.
- Collect and share marketplace feedback and guide our account strategy.
- Support and work with the regional sales team on pre-sale research and pitch process and collateral.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep expertise within the entertainment vertical (e.g., film, streaming, television, gaming), with an understanding of industry trends, audience behaviors, and content lifecycles.
- Proven ability to craft strategic, insight-driven narratives that connect data to business impact and influence stakeholders.
- Strong consultative approach, with the ability to identify growth opportunities and translate insights into actionable recommendations for clients and internal teams.
- Ability to analyze data and identify insights to assess business performance with the ability to synthesize large, complex datasets into clear storytelling frameworks, presentations, and executive-ready materials.
- Proactive attitude with excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively translate technical language to non-technical stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Global experience operating at global networks in previous roles and deep understanding of nuances by region.
- Leadership experience in account management/client services roles in digital marketing.
- Expertise in digital marketing ad products including measurement solutions, encompassing experience with key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive data-driven strategies.
- Self-starter, a fast learner who has critical thinking.
- Have a passion for TikTok.
- Experience with ad verification partners (IAS, DV, DAR, MOAT).
COMPENSATION
- Compensation Description (Annually): The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $121600 - $220400 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
- Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
- Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
- Exercising sound judgment.
ABOUT TIKTOK
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
WHY JOIN US
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy – a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TIKTOK ACCOMMODATION
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at
https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
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Target enterprise employers with established immigration programs
Large technology, consulting, and professional services firms have dedicated immigration teams and sponsor Global Account Directors routinely. Smaller companies may be willing but lack the infrastructure, which adds delays and uncertainty to your sponsorship timeline.
Emphasize revenue responsibility in your application materials
USCIS evaluates whether a role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Documenting that you manage multi-million dollar accounts and lead cross-functional teams strengthens the specialty occupation argument beyond a generic account management description.
Understand the H-1B lottery timing before accepting an offer
H-1B registration opens in March for an October start date. If you're offered a Global Account Director role mid-year, confirm with the employer whether cap-exempt options, O-1 sponsorship, or a delayed start date are available alternatives.
Position your international experience as a direct asset
Global Account Directors are hired specifically to manage relationships across borders. Framing your international background as operationally essential, not incidental, helps justify sponsorship internally when hiring managers seek budget approval from leadership.
Request an L-1A transfer if you're currently working for the same employer abroad
If your employer has a U.S. entity and you've worked for them outside the country for at least one year, an L-1A intracompany transfer is often faster and more predictable than waiting for an H-1B lottery result.
Have your degree equivalency assessed early if you studied outside the United States
Foreign credentials need to be evaluated by a recognized credential evaluator before your employer files a petition. Starting this process before you have an offer letter prevents delays once the employer is ready to move quickly.
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Find Global Account Director JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Global Account Director role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS looks for roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Global Account Directors typically require degrees in business administration, marketing, international relations, or a related discipline. The strongest petitions document that the degree requirement is standard across the industry for this position, not just the employer's preference.
Which visa types do employers typically sponsor for Global Account Directors?
H-1B is the most common path. Candidates with exceptional track records managing large global portfolios, industry awards, or published recognition may also qualify for an O-1A. Candidates already employed by a multinational company outside the U.S. should explore the L-1A, which has no annual lottery and is available year-round.
How competitive is it to find a Global Account Director role with visa sponsorship?
It's more achievable than most people expect at this seniority level. Employers hiring for Global Account Director roles are typically large enough to have immigration budgets, and the role's revenue impact makes sponsorship easier to justify internally. Browse open roles with sponsorship confirmed on Migrate Mate to see which employers are actively hiring.
Does my degree field affect whether my employer can sponsor me for this role?
Yes. USCIS requires that the degree field relate directly to the job duties. Business administration, international business, marketing, finance, and economics are all well-accepted fields for this role. A degree in an unrelated field, such as fine arts or nursing, would require additional documentation explaining the connection, which complicates the petition.
Can I switch employers while on an H-1B as a Global Account Director?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval. Your new employer files a new Form I-129 and you can begin the role immediately upon receipt notice, provided your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Global Account Director jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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