Account Executive

Overview Attention experienced and successful digital media sales professionals! * Does the ability to sell local and nationally motivate you? * Does being able to work in entertainment excite you? Audacy - Chicago is looking for a dynamic sales professional who is truly one of the BEST. You will have the opportunity to represent a multi-media, multi-platform portfolio that includes seven (7) exceptional over-the-air brands, streaming, the second largest podcast network in the world, extensive digital marketing assets including OTT, unique sponsorship opportunities, an e-commerce platform and original content (video/audio). In addition to our local outreach, with our extensive reach nationwide, you will have access to sell on a national level, across all 50 states, and be handsomely compensated for it! Audacy offers an attractive base salary, bonus compensation plus lucrative commissions beyond quota attainment. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, creative, curious, a pro-active problem solver, tenacious, adaptable, detail-oriented, money-motivated and runs their business with an ownership mindset. You should have an array of successful business relationships to speak proudly about. Why you will want to join our sales team at Audacy Chicago and what can we offer you: * Targeted digital solutions, with killer lifestyle events and e-commerce * Access to selling on a national level within 50 states * On-going coaching and training and development * We give our sales team the resources and support they need to be successful and earn a great income * Opportunity to bring innovative marketing ideas to life that make a difference for your clients and their businesses * You would be surrounded by other creative, collaborative, high energy people Responsibilities What You'll Do: * Effectively prospect new clients, working with internal support to create and pitch strategic ideas communicating our vale to clients and driving new business * Grow existing accounts, as well as manage all business aspects of the relationship * Ability to continually learn new products as our industry is evolving, and proactively create new opportunities for you to communicate our value proposition to clients. Includes but not limited to: Podcasting, Streaming Audio, Over The Air, OTT Video, and digital performance media (SEO/SEM, Social) * Consistently use and maintain our CRM tool and utilize other platforms to perform daily business. * Clearly communicate and manage expectations internally and externally, while multi-tasking and handling multiple accounts at a time. * Build deep business relationships through continually delivering great service and results to clients. * Other duties as assigned by Management Qualifications Qualifications: * 5+ Years' experience in media or sales developing strategic solutions to clients (digital sales experience preferred) * Ability to develop new business and manage sales with a proven track record of exceeding goals * Thorough understanding of advertising ecosphere including digital, audio, and attribution * Strong problem solving skills, positive attitude and desire to win * Proficiency in MS Office Programs including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as CRM tools and data visualization platforms * A valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of the applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required. Important Notes: Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding. About Us Audacy, Inc. is a leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company that connects with 200 million consumers. Powered by its exclusive, premium audio content that includes unrivaled leadership positions in news and sports radio, Audacy operates one of the country's two scaled radio broadcasting groups, a rapidly growing direct-to-consumer digital audio platform, multiple audio networks, a major event business and a leading, award-winning podcast studio. Learn more at , Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram. EEO Audacy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/ gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Created: 2024-10-22