Account Manager (Media Sales and Partnerships)
Gaydio is the UK’s biggest radio station for LGBTQ+ people, broadcasting across 13 cities and reaching more than half a million listeners every week across radio, streaming, social and events. Additionally we run our flagship Gaydio Awards event, business networking events and the Gaydio Academy.
We proudly operate on a non-profit basis, for the community that we serve.
Gaydio works with brands and organisations to deliver creative campaigns that connect with LGBTQ+ audiences in authentic and meaningful ways.
As we continue to grow and develop new partnerships, we are looking for an Account Manager to join our commercial team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, developing creative campaigns and helping brands connect with LGBTQ+ audiences.
Brands we work with
Recent campaign partners include:
From global travel brands and major retailers to cultural institutions and entertainment platforms, we help organisations build meaningful connections with LGBTQ+ audiences across the UK.
What the role involves
- Building and managing your own portfolio of commercial clients
- Developing long term partnerships with brands
- Generating new business opportunities
- Creating bespoke multi platform campaigns combining radio, digital and branded content
- Helping brands connect authentically with LGBTQ+ audiences
- Managing campaigns from pitch through delivery and reporting
- Working closely with programming, marketing and production teams
- Representing Gaydio at events, networking opportunities and industry activity
Want to know what the job is actually like?
A typical week in Gaydio sales might include pitching a new campaign idea to a national brand, developing creative concepts with our programming and marketing teams, meeting clients or agencies, and seeing campaigns go live on air and across digital platforms.
You also might get involved in our events, helping set up for Gaydio Networking or being part of the team delivering the Gaydio Awards.
Find out what Senior Account Manager Aston has to say about the role.
What we are looking for
- A confident, friendly and persuasive communicator
- Experience in media sales, sponsorship or campaign sales
- Strong relationship building skills
- Confidence negotiating commercial proposals
- Organised and detail focused
- Comfortable working to targets and deadlines
- CRM experience such as Salesforce is beneficial
- An interest in LGBTQ+ culture and communities
Our values
At Gaydio our values guide how we work together and represent the communities we serve.
Authenticity – Being yourself and supporting others to do the same.
Equity – Building inclusive and accessible workplaces.
Integrity – Working with honesty and professionalism.
Excellence – Delivering high quality campaigns and experiences.
Ambition – Bringing ideas and energy to shape the future of LGBTQ+ media.
What you will receive
- Uncapped commission and performance related bonuses
- 25 days holiday, rising to 30 days with service, plus your birthday off
- Option to purchase additional annual leave
- Free drinks and fruit in the office
- Flexible hybrid working
- Contributory pension scheme
- Ongoing coaching and career development
- Regular team socials and opportunities to attend festivals and events
