Account Executive, New Business – Data Licensing

Shutterstock

New York City, US
Base: $130,000 - $150,000 py; bonus/equity: uncapp...
On-site
Drive net-new customer acquisition
Full sales cycle ownership
Targeted prospecting and outreach
Shutterstock is seeking an Account Executive for its Data Licensing division to drive new customer acquisition in AI and technology sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in B2B sales, particularly in complex data or enterprise technology deals, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job Summary

  • Shutterstock’s Data Licensing division is accelerating its expansion into AI, technology, enterprise, and developer ecosystems.
  • This role is responsible for owning the full sales cycle—from targeted prospecting and opportunity creation to negotiation and contract execution.
  • The role is eligible for an uncapped incentive opportunity, calculated as a percentage of sales closed, providing significant potential upside.

Matching Summary

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Shutterstock is seeking an Account Executive for its Data Licensing division to drive new customer acquisition in AI and technology sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in B2B sales, particularly in complex data or enterprise technology deals, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Salary

Base: $130,000 - $150,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Uncapped incentive opportunity; Benefits: Generous and competitive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Drive net-new customer acquisition
  • Full sales cycle ownership
  • Targeted prospecting and outreach
  • Negotiation and contract execution
  • Build and manage strong pipeline
  • Understand customer needs and use cases
  • Salesforce CRM hygiene and reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Thrive in fast-paced environments
  • Navigate large organizations
  • Energized by building business from the ground up
  • Represent Shutterstock at industry events

Key Requirements

  • 8-10 years B2B sales experience
  • Proven track record of meeting quotas
  • Demonstrated success in prospecting
  • Experience selling into technical audiences a plus
  • Proficiency with modern GTM tools
  • BA/BS required

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