Account Executive - Corporate Sponsors

PBS Western Reserve -- Northeast Ohio's public media home -- is hiring a relationship-driven professional to grow and manage corporate sponsorship partnerships with local and regional businesses. You'll represent one of the most trusted brands in the region, helping organizations connect with engaged audiences through PBS programming.

This is a corporate partnership development role with real earnings upside. You will manage a portfolio of existing accounts while actively developing new relationships, all for an organization that matters to the community.

What You Can Earn

Base Salary:

Starting at $52,000

Commission:

8% on all collected underwriting revenue

New Business Bonus:

5% on newly collected revenue, paid annually if goal is met

Annual Goal:

$185,000

At the $185,000 annual goal, commission adds approximately $14,800 on top of base salary. New business bonuses are earned on top of that.

What You Will Do

Manage and renew a portfolio of existing corporate partners, building long-term relationships that support retention and growth

Identify and develop new sponsorship partnerships, creating customized proposals tied to each client's goals

Own your pipeline -- tracking activity, forecasting revenue, and reporting progress against an annual goal

Represent PBS Western Reserve in the community and at local networking events

Partner with internal teams on campaign execution and account follow-up to ensure client commitments are fulfilled

What We Are Looking For

2-5 years of experience in account management, corporate partnership development, or revenue-generating business development

A natural relationship-builder -- you remember names, follow through, and people genuinely enjoy working with you

Comfortable managing multiple accounts and staying organized

Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a consultative approach to client engagement

Background in media, advertising, sponsorship, or nonprofit fundraising is a plus -- but not required

Why This Role
You will represent one of the most recognized and trusted brands in the region. PBS Western Reserve has deep roots in this community -- and that credibility makes every client conversation easier. The team is collaborative, the mission is real, and the compensation structure rewards you directly for growing the organization’s impact.

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Ready to combine relationship management expertise with community impact? Apply today.

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Location:

Kent, OH 44240 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kent, OH 44240

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