Account Executive

Overview Audacy-St. Louis seeks experienced, self-motivated sales professional to develop and sell advertising and marketing campaigns to new and existing clients with an emphasis on new business development digital sales. The Account Executive will use a wide variety of Audacy products in their portfolio to solicit business for advertising in Audacy's on-air, non-traditional and digital platforms. The ideal candidate must possess a hunter mentality with cold calling/prospecting experience, a proven ability to negotiate and close with a high level of success and must easily build mutually-beneficial relationships. Job Details Job Title: Account Executive Department: Sales Reporting To: General Sales Manager Employment Type: Full-Time Location: St. Louis, MO Work Arrangement: Onsite/Hybrid Salary: Not disclosed Responsibilities Drive game-changing results Identify, develop and present customized solutions to clients using non-traditional and digital concepts with exceptional written and oral communication skills Command the room during presentations Multitask with strong time management and organizational skills Manage client needs with precise planning and anticipation Qualifications Strong computer skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Proven track record of client-facing communication and polished presentation skills Two years of relevant sales and marketing experience Strong attention to detail, organizational and analytical skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with revolving deadlines Valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record; if required, proof of insurance for the applicant's own vehicle Preferred BS/BA Degree preferred Digital advertising experience strongly preferred Experience with entertainment, consumer packaged goods, retail and brand clients High level of sales maturity with emphasis on integrated marketing and digital solution selling Comprehensive knowledge of online advertising, creative units/execution and current competitive landscape Proven track record of generating new business through cold calling, referrals, networking Able to identify and solve problems, innovate for clients and multitask Self-starter with basic knowledge of local media companies and station offerings Benefits Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits a comprehensive package including: health care coordination, medical, dental, vision, mental health, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, disability, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation, personal, parental, volunteer), 401(k) retirement plan, student loan payment assistance, legal assistance, life assistance program, identity theft protection, discounted home and auto insurance, and pet insurance. Important Notes Audacy will never ask you to send money during the hiring process. Communications from Audacy will come from addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive suspicious requests, verify authenticity before responding. About Us Audacy is a scaled, leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company differentiated by its exclusive, premium audio content. Audacy operates one of the country’s two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the country’s largest markets, as well as a large podcast network and direct-to-consumer streaming platform. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com. EEO Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion or creed, sex/gender, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classifications protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance applying electronically. To request accommodation, call 1-610-660-5614. #J-18808-Ljbffr