Mark Smith

UK Sales Director at Clear Channel UK

Mark Smith has a diverse and extensive work experience in the advertising and out-of-home (OOH) industry. Mark started their career as an Account Executive at Global (formerly TDI Advertising), where they provided support to the National Sales Team. Mark then joined Poster Publicity as an Account Executive and eventually rose to the position of Account Director, overseeing a team of media planners and managing high-profile clients.

Later, Mark joined Kinetic Worldwide, where they held various roles including Business Director, Client Service Director, and Strategic Planning Director - EMEA. In these roles, they managed planning departments, built relationships with clients and agencies, delivered business reviews, and led new business pitches. Mark also played a crucial role in driving billings for the company and managed a team responsible for billings worth millions of pounds. Mark'skey clients at Kinetic included renowned brands such as Warner Bros., BBC, Tommy Hilfiger, and Chanel.

Most recently, Mark served as the UK Sales Director and Agency Sales Director at Clear Channel UK, leading national sales teams and formulating commercial strategies. Mark was responsible for setting quarterly sales targets, establishing relationships with media agencies, and maintaining C-suite/board level relationships with customers. Additionally, they were the Executive Sponsor of Clear Channel's Mental Health Allies Crew.

Outside of their regular work, Mark was a Committee Member at Balance in Out of Home, a collective of media owners and OOH specialists working together to promote diversity and inclusivity in the industry.

Overall, Mark Smith's work experience demonstrates their extensive knowledge and expertise in the advertising industry, particularly in OOH. Mark has a proven track record of successfully managing teams, building relationships, and driving business growth for high-profile clients.

Mark Smith attended The Fitzwimarc School from 1989 to 1994, but no degree or field of study is specified. From 1994 to 1996, they attended SEE College of Arts & Technology and obtained a BTEC National Diploma in Media & Communications.

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  • UK Sales Director

    February, 2018 - present

  • Agency Sales Director

    October, 2014