Account Executive, Political

Are you looking for a career that is fast-paced and where every day is different? The E.W. Scripps is a premier media organization headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio with a political office in Washington DC. This DC office has a great opportunity for a Political Account Executive (AE). This AE is responsible for selling commercial airtime and digital space to candidate and advocacy accounts during the upcoming election. We'll give you the tools you need not only to compete, but to excel, through professional development opportunities like our coveted sales training program. You'll enjoy the advantage of Scripps' high-quality news product and the support of an expert team of leaders to help you reach your goals and enjoy uncapped earning potential through our competitive sales compensation plan. Scripps offers different types of flex work arrangements for many positions. Please ask your recruiter for more information. A DAY IN THE LIFE: Sell commercial airtime and digital space to direct accounts and advertising agencies specializing in but not limited to political and advocacy advertising. Develop new business by prospecting accounts originating in the Washington DC sales territory and placing on Scripp's properties around the country. Execute FCC rules and regulations surrounding political broadcast advertising. Negotiate advertising rates and program ratings with new and existing accounts to maximize share of revenue. Prepare and present marketing proposals utilizing qualitative and quantitative research. Perform client services, including but not limited to avail presentations, account management reconciliation, credit and collections, package preparations. Perform other duties as needed or as directed by sales management. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: BS/BA in related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 3 - 5 years of successful sales experience in related field. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Demonstrated excellent communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced sales environment. Ability to quickly develop trusted relationships with clients and deliver world-class customer service. Experience working with Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, Power Point, and Access. Experience working with Wide Orbit is a plus. WHAT WE'LL OFFER: Extensive Scripps Sales Process training. A career path to grow your professional experiences. Uncapped sales commission. Full benefits; medical, dental and vision. Retirement savings plan with company match. If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps. SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: At Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person's diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. Scripps leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and . ABOUT SCRIPPS: The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps' long-time motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way." As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-05