Senior Account Manager, Gaming

Zigsaw

Senior Account Manager leading strategic client relationships in performance marketing for gaming at Pinterest. Driving revenue growth and ensuring client success on a cutting-edge CTV platform.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $91,963 - $189,336 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a portfolio of mobile, cross-platform, esports, and real-money gaming clients.
Launch and optimize programmatic CTV campaigns to hit strict CPA, CPI, and ROAS targets.
Develop account plans, identify whitespace opportunities, and secure incremental budgets through data-driven QBRs.
Act as the primary strategic consultant for game publishers, educating them on the power of CTV for player acquisition and retention.
Dive deep into campaign performance and conversion funnels to extract actionable insights for your clients.
Work closely with sales, product, and AdOps teams to ensure seamless campaign launches and custom integrations.
Mentor junior account managers and help build the playbook for our growing gaming business line.
Use AI to accelerate optimization: Use AI tools to quickly spot funnel drop-offs, pacing issues, and creative fatigue, then translate those insights into clear actions to improve CPA, CPI, and ROAS on CTV campaigns.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years in performance marketing or account management, with a strong focus on the gaming industry.
Deep understanding of the game development lifecycle, user acquisition strategies, and player monetization models.
Hands-on expertise with Mobile Measurement Partners (MMPs like AppsFlyer, Adjust, Branch) and biddable media platforms.
Strong ability to analyze metrics (CAC, LTV, churn) to build compelling wrap decks and optimization strategies.
Exceptional ability to build rapport with studio executives, navigate complex relationships, and confidently present campaign strategies.
AI-first analytics mindset: Comfortable using AI to speed up performance analysis and QBR storytelling, while validating outputs against source-of-truth platform and MMP data.
MBA or advanced degree in business or related field (optional).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options

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Hard Skills & Tools

performance marketingaccount managementuser acquisition strategiesplayer monetization modelscampaign performance analysisoptimization strategiesdata-driven QBRsprogrammatic CTV campaignsAI toolsMobile Measurement Partners

Soft Skills

mentoringbuilding rapportnavigating complex relationshipspresenting strategiesdata analysiscommunicationstrategic consultingproblem-solvingcollaborationleadership

Certifications

MBAadvanced degree in business