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Job Title


Account Director (Direct and Independent Agencies)


Company : NOVA Entertainment


Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2026-03-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

NOVA Entertainment is Australias fastest growing audio entertainment business with a strong portfolio of brands across broadcast and on-demand audio. Our brands include the Nova network, Smooth FM, FIVEAA in Adelaide and Star 104.5 on the Central Coast. We also have a diverse range of DAB+ stations across multiple genres, alongside Nova Podcasts and Retail Audio stations. Nova Entertainment have the ambition to create and share great experiences for our people, our audience and our partners, and its our love of audio that drives everything we do. NOVA Entertainment also owns and operates Australias feel-good station, Smooth FM in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, the talk station FIVEAA in Adelaide, Star 104.5 on the NSW Central Coast and the DAB+ stations - Smooth Relax, Smooth 80s, Smooth Vintage, Nova Throwbacks, Nova 90s, Nova Nation, and Coles Radio. Our values are integral to who we are. We believe in creating and working in an environment that supports Unwavering Unity, Relentless Curiosity and Radical Empathy. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Account Director to join our Brisbane Sales Team, working on a portfolio of Brisbane-based direct clients and independent agencies. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated sales professional who wants to work within one of Brisbanes most successful media sales teams. It is a high-profile role within a team that prides itself on being collaborative, innovative and having a growth mindset whilst enjoying good banter and celebrating the wins! What you will be doing and what skills you may have: Strategic, solutions-focused management of an established client portfolio of direct clients and independent agencies Developing and selling integrated, cross-platform audio solutions Identifying and creating new business opportunities to drive revenue growth Committing to and achieving monthly and quarterly targets, with the ability to develop tactics for both personal and client success Effectively managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment To be successful in this role: Have prior sales experience. While audio sales experience is not essential, experience within media sales in the Brisbane market is highly regarded. Communicate and negotiate with clarity and consistency Demonstrate strong client service orientation and networking skills Bring a passion for audio, creativity, and innovative solutions Show resilience, adaptability, and a high level of motivation to succeed in a results-driven environment To support & reward your success in this role we will offer the successful candidate: A high-performance culture where you will work amongst a team that prides itself on being engaged, dynamic and able to leap over any obstacle put before it Exclusive early bird access to the biggest events & concerts across Australia Additional leave days: Anniversary & Loyalty leave, Give back Leave, Mental Wellbeing days Access to Learning and Development programs & internal opportunities Access to health and wellbeing initiatives (Novas Life+ & Employee Assistance Program, mental health training programs) Amazing employee benefits from a huge variety of partners nationally (we dont want to boast, but it is a lot) Frequent staff lunches & survey celebrations A generous commission structure that rewards success Working with teams that will celebrate your successes, This is a full-time, on-site position located in our Teneriffe studios. Our teams are dynamic, engaged and highly collaborative and being on-site will ensure your personal and professional career development. Depending on the needs of the business, we welcome the opportunity to explore flexible work options where appropriate. Nova Entertainment Diversity & Inclusion Commitment: The Aim: Promote a diverse workforce that invites people of all backgrounds to work and grow with us in their own unique way. How we do it: Providing a work environment that embraces and values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - we have an active and ACRA Award-Winning D&I Committee that is passionate about ensuring Nova Entertainment supports and welcomes people from all abilities and all walks of life. This extends to our community work and sustainable charity initiatives. Supporting candidates that may have diverse needs by providing reasonable adjustments ensuring each candidate can put their best efforts into their application. By being allies of the LGBTIQA+ community and members of the Welcome Here initiative Best utilising our membership and guidance of the Diversity Council of Australia @welcomehereproject #FollowTheRainbow #ACONWelcomeHere Whats next? PLEASE ATTACH YOUR RESUME AND A COVER LETTER STATING WHY YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS OPPORTUNITY Successful applicants will be contacted within 5-10 working days. Our interview process will involve a telephone interview initially followed by up to 2 face-to-face interviews that may involve a panel and a prepared presentation Police Checks may be required. Please reach out during the application process if you think you may require any considerations for the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr