Account Executive, Advertising Sales Job at New York Post in New York

Overview

The New York Post delivers the best in News, Sports, Entertainment and Pop Culture with wit, irreverence and authority. Over the past 223 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce. We are looking for an accomplished Account Executive to help identify business opportunities, turn leads into long lasting partnerships, and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate is passionate about sports and entertainment, and will have at least 2 years of sales experience (with online video sales experience a plus) in a major market with direct and agency media experience. This New York-based role will play a pivotal role in the end-to-end sales cycle, responsible for preserving and expanding the customer base.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities, and convert them into long term partnerships, with a results-driven approach to leveraging our sports and entertainment content
• Collaborate with internal partners to drive revenue and meet / exceed established sales targets
• Offer solution that help clients achieve their business goals
• Close business to meet set sales target
• Deliver compelling sales presentations with confidence
• Prioritize client relations: maintain productive & timely client communication to ensure partner satisfaction and enhance the buyer experience
• Monitor competition to continually prospect new account leads

Qualifications

• At least two years of proven experience in media sales or a similar sales / customer service role
• Extensive agency / client direct relationships
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, as well as the ability to build relationships
• Knowledge of market research tools, and prospecting techniques (including Media Radar, Winmo, etc.)
• Online video sales experience preferred
• A passion for sports, entertainment, and celebrity news
• Responsible, accountable, and organized
• Self-motivated and results driven

Note : The NY Post adheres to a hybrid work model.

Pay Range : $70,000 - $100,000

At The New York Post, we’re passionate about providing readers with the best in National News, Sports, Entertainment, and Lifestyle like only the Post can – with wit, irreverence and authority.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO / AA / M / F / Disabled / Vets