Account Executive

Block Club Chicago is seeking a motivated and results-oriented Account Executive to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for growing advertising revenue by acquiring new customers at a local level, while implementing tactics and strategy to maintain new customers and partners. This position is ideal for an early to mid career professional with a proven track record of goal achievement, organization, hustle, and success.This role, part of Block Club's revenue team, is a customer facing and outbound role designed to expand the Block Club Chicago advertising footprint. We're excited to consider candidates with diverse professional experience and expertise in a variety of key areas that are applicable to the effort at hand in increasing ad sales in 2025 along with an eagerness to learn "” but enthusiasm for virtual or face-to-face engagement with potential Block Club customers is a must. Please apply even if you don't meet all of the below criteria, and use your (optional) cover letter to tell us more about why you'd be a good fit.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement strategies to engage potential local Chicago advertisers through calling, meeting, and discovery.Generate a pipeline of local advertising opportunities and execute strategic plans to close business and ad sales in order to reach quarterly benchmarks.Develop, build, and deliver ad campaign proposals to prospective customers.Engage with prospects to build relationships, while educating the and the market on Block Club Chicago as a company and advertising outlet.Collaborate with the development, editorial, marketing teams, and other stakeholders, to ensure alignment of advertising programs with content offerings and other organizational strategies.QualificationsProven experience in a role where goal attainment and hustle in a fast-paced environment can be articulated.Proven performance in public outreach including phone calls, email communication, social media navigation for prospecting new potential customers, contacts, and ad dollars.A deep understanding of advertising customer needs and motivations, with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and building long-term relationships with customers.Knowledge of advertising strategies and sales techniques, including digital marketing, email newsletter advertising, social media, and sponsorship partnerships, to drive advertising sales.Keen organizational skills managing multiple communication funnels, pipelines, projects, tasks, and other essential outreach.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive messaging, develop engaging advertiser communications, and present data-driven insights and results of advertising campaigns.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, adapting to changing circumstances and priorities with a positive and proactive attitude.CompensationSalary range is $50-55,000, commensurate with experience, including a bonus commission compensation structure, plus full benefits, which include:12 weeks fully paid family leaveHigh quality Medical, Dental, and Vision plans at an affordable costGenerous vacation packageFinancial support and time off for career developmentPublic Service Loan Forgiveness eligibilityA 401(K) retirement plan with matching employer contributionsPlease use this form to submit your application:

Created: 2025-02-06