Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment

cloudera· Cloudera Inc.
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About this role

Business Area:

Sales

Seniority Level:

Mid-Senior level

Job Description: 

At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry.  Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.

Cloudera empowers the world's largest enterprises across every industry to use data to solve some of the most complex challenges that impact businesses, communities and lives. Our platform runs over 25 XB of data while delivering remarkable Data and Analytics technology across On- Prem, Public Cloud, and in a Hybrid model. We’re at an exciting point in our transformation as we successfully execute on our strategy to win more market share at our largest media and entertainment accounts. You'll work with a collaborative, customer-focused team that values innovation and creativity, using your skills to create solutions to help our customers achieve their goals and guide businesses forward. 

As part of the Sales team, you will have autonomy to engage with leading enterprise customers, prospects and partners. You will help foster long term, sustainable, and mutually rewarding relationships. This is your opportunity to be part of something intellectually stimulating, fast paced, transform a customer’s business, and earn financial rewards along the way. 

As a Key Account Director, the Impact You Will Have:

  • Own your Media and Entertainment enterprise account relationships.

  • Drive net new revenue in your territory and overall customer success with value-based business cases

  • Ability to influence decision-makers and C-level executives by developing relationships (executive sponsors, decision makers, influencers, and partners) while orchestrating your account team to achieve long-term customer success.

  • Introduce domain product and service experts while maintaining account oversight

  • Lead large scale competitive projects and close large scale deals

  • Build pipeline, forecast the business, lead the internal team, and communicate key updates

  • Exceed quarterly and annual goals for new software subscription, professional services and training

We’re excited about you when you have:

  • Minimum 10+ years of exceeding enterprise software sales targets across multiple BUs

  • Fast moving start-up and use case-driven experience

  • Multiple Sales Club / Circle of Excellence awards

  • Data management and data warehousing experience

  • Containers, Kubernetes, data infrastructure, public cloud infrastructure technology experience, Nvidia, and general AI capabilities

  • Four year degree (Bachelor's) from an accredited university required

  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally 

  • Experience selling to the media and entertainment industry

  • This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

The anticipated annual OTE range for this position is:

California or Washington: $300k- $350k

Individual compensation within the published range is determined by the candidate's skills, experience, qualifications, and primary work location. In addition to base pay, sales roles are eligible for Cloudera's commission plan, while non-sales roles are eligible for the corporate incentive plan. All employees receive a comprehensive benefits package. 

What you can expect from us:

  • Generous PTO Policy 

  • Support work life balance with Unplugged Days

  • Flexible WFH Policy 

  • Mental & Physical Wellness programs 

  • Phone and Internet Reimbursement program 

  • Access to Continued Career Development 

  • Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages 

  • Paid Volunteer Time

  • Employee Resource Groups

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment role at cloudera?
The listed salary for this Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment position at cloudera is USD 300K–350K. This is a remote Full time role.
Is the Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment job at cloudera remote?
Yes, this Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment position at cloudera is remote, with team members based in US-Arizona-Remote, US-California-Remote, US-Florida-Remote, US-Texas-Remote, US-Washington-Remote. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment role at cloudera full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment role in the Cloudera Inc. department at cloudera.
Which team or department does the Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment at cloudera belong to?
This Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment position is part of the Cloudera Inc. department at cloudera. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment position at cloudera?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to cloudera's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment job at cloudera posted?
This Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment position at cloudera was posted on Sep 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Key Account Director - Media & Entertainment
cloudera · 💰 USD 300K–350K
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