Account Executive, Shutterstock
New Business, Data Licensing
$130-150k
+ Uncapped incentive opportunity
Royalty-free media library
Job no longer available
Royalty-free media library
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$130-150k
+ Uncapped incentive opportunity
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help creative professionals from all backgrounds and businesses of all sizes produce their best work with incredible content and innovative tools, all on one platform.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate is a highly motivated hunter with a strong track record of closing complex data or enterprise technology deals. You thrive in fast-paced environments, know how to navigate large organizations, and are energized by building business from the ground up
- 8–10 years of experience in B2B sales, enterprise sales, or data/AI licensing, with a strong focus on new business acquisition
- Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding quotas and closing complex, high-value deals
- Demonstrated success in prospecting and pipeline generation within large organizations; expertise in multi-threading required
- Strong understanding of data, APIs, AI/ML workflows, or enterprise SaaS solutions preferred
- Experience selling into technical audiences (AI, engineering, product, data science) a plus
- Proficiency with modern GTM tools (Salesforce, Outreach, intent data platforms, ABM tools)
- Excellent communicator, negotiator, and storyteller who can inspire customer confidence and clearly articulate value
- Highly structured, self-motivated, and metrics-driven; thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
- BA/BS required
What the job involves
- Shutterstock’s Data Licensing division is accelerating its expansion into AI, technology, enterprise, and developer ecosystems. To support this growth, we are hiring an exceptional Account Executive, New Business to drive net-new customer acquisition and generate revenue across high-potential markets
- This role is responsible for owning the full sales cycle—from targeted prospecting and opportunity creation to negotiation and contract execution
- Develop and execute outbound and inbound strategies to source, qualify, and close net-new business across AI, technology, and enterprise sectors
- Build and manage a strong pipeline through targeted prospecting, multi-threaded account engagement, and relationship building with senior stakeholders
- Understand customer needs, use cases, and technical requirements to position Shutterstock’s data licensing solutions effectively
- Partner closely with Sales Development on lead quality, campaign alignment, and territory strategy
- Own the full sales cycle from initial outreach to signed agreement, including discovery, value articulation, proposal creation, negotiation, and closing
- Maintain accurate sales forecasting, CRM hygiene, and reporting discipline within Salesforce
- Work cross-functionally with Product, Legal, Operations, and Marketing to develop solutions, accelerate deal cycles, and ensure high-quality customer onboarding
- Represent Shutterstock at industry events, conferences, and partner engagements to promote pipeline development and brand visibility
Our take
Shutterstock is a global leader in licensed images, videos, and music, serving creative professionals like designers, filmmakers, and marketers. Content creators upload their work, which is then used by businesses and media organizations in various projects. It's a two-sided marketplace that fuels creativity worldwide.
Shutterstock offers a variety of plans for individuals, teams, and enterprise customers as well as creative editing and collaboration capabilities. Their aim is to build sophisticated tools to help the world experience images and videos in a more beautiful way - they believe that the harmonious union of design and technology can influence global communication.
Shuttershock's brand portfolio includes Bigstock, Offset, PremiumBeat, Rex Features, and Shutterstock Customer, adding hundreds of thousands of images weekly. It has also expanded into generative AI, fairly licensing artists' work for AI-generated content. And in 2026, the company announced a huge proposed merger of equals with Getty Images, receiving US regulatory clearance and positioning the combined company for greater scale, financial strength, and long-term innovation.
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Insights
5% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Flexibility: We offer a hybrid model that’s centered around flexibility and enabling collaboration, innovation, and accountability—no matter where we are.
- Connection: Whether online or on site, we make sure there are plenty of ways to connect and have fun.
- Recognition: We never miss an opportunity to celebrate our achievements and commend great work through our global recognition program.
- Empowerment: We offer generous and competitive compensation packages, PTO, wellness initiatives, on-and-off working hours, tuition reimbursement, and an employee referral bonus.
- Growth: Our SkillUP Program lets you take ownership of your personal development through virtual learning offerings.
- Belonging: Our goal is to build a workforce that’s representative of the diverse global community we serve, and where all employees can come to work as their authentic selves.
Company HQ
Midtown South, New York, NY
Leadership
Jon Oringer
(Founder & Executive Chairman)Previously Board Member at Partnership for New York City for 6 years and Founder, CEO at SurfSecret Software for 5 years.
Paul Hennessy
(CEO)Paul previously held CEO roles at Vroom.com and Priceline.com. He was also the CMO at Booking.com and the Chief Distribution Officer/SVP of Online Marketing at Priceline.com
Rik Powell
(CFO)Rik joined Shutterstock in 2024 as a Senior VP of Finance and Investor Relations, moving into the role of CFO later that same year. Prior to this, he was a Senior VP of Finance and Investor Relations at Shake Shack. He also spent over 16 years at Getty Images, joining as a Director before holding various roles and becoming CFO.
Sara Birmingham
(Chief Human Resource Officer)Prior to joining Shutterstock in 2020, Sara was a HR Advisor at Out East. She was also the founder of Jump HR Consulting where she served as the CEO for just over 1 year. Prior to this, she spent 18 years at Thomson Reuters in various HR roles.
John Lapham
(General Counsel)Prior to joining Shutterstock in 2021, John was part of the General Counsel and SVP Government Affairs at Rover.com. He was also on the General Counsel and an SVP of Digital Media, Technology and eCommerce sectors at Getty Images for nearly 15 years.
Aimee Egan
(Chief Enterprise Officer)Prior to joining Shutterstock in 2023, Aimee was the CCO at ACA Group. She also spent over 11 years at Thomson Reuters in various roles, including VP of Growth and Market Development and GM of Small/Mid Market Corporations.
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