# Account Executive at Descript

- Company: Descript
- What the company does: Descript is the AI video and audio editor that makes editing as easy as editing text. Record, transcribe, edit, and publish in one tool. Try it free. Backed by a16z and Redpoint.
- Company website: https://www.descript.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: San Francisco, CA or Remote, US
- Work setup: Remote
- Pay: $100K to $125K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-28
- Apply by: 2026-10-12
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/descript/jobs/7809984003?gh_jid=7809984003
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/descript-account-executive/

## About the role

We’re looking for a driven and creative Account Executive to bring Descript’s video and AI solutions to more businesses around the world. As one of our early sales hires, you’ll help shape our sales playbook, refine our strategy, and drive new revenue growth. This role offers a rare opportunity to partner closely with Product and Marketing teams, working across the company to define the future of Descript’s enterprise and creator sales motion.

## What they're looking for

- Proven success in a quota-carrying B2B SaaS or AI sales role
- Experience managing complex sales cycles and closing high-value deals
- Hands-on experience with cold outbound — you've done it, you've seen it work, and you're not afraid of it
- Ability to translate technical products into clear business outcomes
- Creative, persistent, and curious approach to building pipeline and outreach
- A strong growth mindset

Tags: Sales & Business Development