Cox Communications is hiring: Advertising Account Specialist in Baton Rouge

Job Summary

Join Cox Media and step outside your comfort zone by embracing innovation and creativity! We are dedicated to helping businesses connect through our extensive advertising solutions. We’re in search of an Advertising Account Specialist who excels in a dynamic sales environment, delivering exceptional service and a diverse range of offerings to our clients.

If you’re ready to be mentored by leaders who value your creativity and focus on your career growth, keep reading!

What's in It for You?

Here are just a few of the benefits you’ll enjoy as part of the Cox team:

• A competitive salary along with performance-based incentives.
• A culture that values the contributions of its sales professionals.
• Outstanding work-life balance with flexible paid time-off options.
• Comprehensive health coverage options for individuals and families.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with company matching.
• Inclusive parental leave and fertility assistance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A collaborative team environment with three days of in-office teamwork.
• Access to resources for financial wellness and planning.

What You'll Do

You’ll be the heartbeat of relationship-building and prospecting! By connecting with new and existing clients, you will understand their objectives and create impactful marketing campaigns to help them realize their goals.

Other responsibilities include:

• Offering a variety of tailored solutions and digital advertising strategies.
• Developing and delivering presentations and proposals.
• Representing Cox Media at local business functions, trade shows, and industry events.
• Coordinating the budgeting and forecasting processes.

Who You Are

You thrive on connecting clients with incredible opportunities and are driven by ambition and curiosity. Your background includes:

Skills and Requirements:

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and two years of experience in advertising, sales, or marketing; or a master’s degree with up to two years of experience; or six years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• A proven ability to generate new business and meet sales targets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Motivated team player capable of multitasking in a vibrant environment.
• A valid driver's license, good driving record, and reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Strong understanding of marketing principles and applications in business.
• Certification from Interactive Advertising Bureau and/or Google AdWords.

Make a smart career choice. Apply today!

Compensation:

The compensation includes a base salary with an annual incentive/commission target based on individual performance and position location.

Benefits:

Cox Media provides its employees with flexible paid time off and up to 160 hours of paid wellness leave annually. Employees also enjoy seven paid holidays and additional leave options for bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteering, military service, and parental leave.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.