Account Executive, KSL.com (Hybrid)

Our company is committed to being trusted voices of light and truth reaching hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

Who We Are
KSL is Utah’s leading local news source across digital and broadcast platforms, delivering trusted, award‑winning journalism through KSL.com and KSL‑TV. We provide in‑depth local reporting, investigative journalism, and up‑to‑the‑minute coverage that serves communities across the state. Committed to being a trusted voice of light and knowledge, KSL helps Utahns stay informed, connected, and engaged with the issues that matter most.

Position Overview
As an entry‑to‑intermediate‑level digital Sales Account Executive, you will contribute to the sales team’s revenue growth and new business development. This role will be assigned to either the KSL Homes or KSL Classifieds team. You will employ a consultative, data‑driven approach to cultivate relationships with prospective clients, such as property managers, home builders, real estate professionals, dealerships, retailers, and other businesses looking to expand their reach through digital advertising. You will manage the entire sales cycle, from prospecting to client retention, and contribute to businesses’ growth through effective online advertising.

Our Account Executives’ ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Join our winning team as an Account Executive and start empowering local businesses while getting top‑notch support and unlimited earning potential.

Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and at company discretion.

Hybrid Work Arrangements

This position is a hybrid role that requires the employee to sometimes work at our Salt Lake City site. Specific hybrid schedules will be determined based on business needs and evaluated by managers and senior management. Employee may need to be on‑site during the training period.

What You Will Do
Primary job duties will include, but are not limited to:

Hunt and develop new business and grow existing business

Generate new business through persistent focus on new client development and strategic sourcing

Prospect and identify marketing revenue opportunities, create sales packages, present to clients, and close the sale

Create holistic digital marketing solutions with the ability to manipulate and calculate pricing structures utilizing CPM (cost per thousand) and CPC (cost per click)

Meet and exceed individual quarterly budgets

Fully participate in company CRM (Client Relationship Management) system

Participate in training to enhance professional skills and overall understanding of new and evolving media

Skills And Experience We Are Looking For

1‑4 years of inside sales/outside sales

Proven track record of success in a sales role

Passion for professional excellence and integrity with a positive attitude and contagious enthusiasm

Demonstrated ability to strategically prospect new business, overcome objections, and have courage to ask again

Ability to organize, analyze, and interpret statistical data and draw conclusions from findings and follow‑through

Ability and willingness to resolve unexpected problems and be flexible to perform unscheduled assignments

A high level of proficiency with computers, software, and new technologies

A valid driver’s license

Work effectively in a team environment

Proven ability to handle stress

Ability to consistently work hours required, including weekends, evenings, etc.

Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor

Maintain positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management and clients

Computer literate with working knowledge of Excel, Word and Adobe Acrobat

Ability to understand and follow instructions and work with minimum supervision

Strong self‑motivation, well organized, and dependable

Project pleasant, friendly, professional, business‑like demeanor in person, over the telephone and through e‑mail

Proven ability to work autonomously as well as establish effective communications and working relationships with co‑workers and others while performing job responsibilities

Ability to exercise good judgment and make a positive impact on department’s productivity

Physical Demands

Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment; ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time

Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time

Lift, move, and carry up to 45 pounds on occasion

Compensation
The compensation for this role is commission‑focused. Base salary range for this role is $42,000‑$52,000, excluding commission payments. Base salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to product, evaluation of the experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with market data.

What We Offer You

Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment

Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies

Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement

Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to paid company holidays

401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one

Paid time off for volunteering

Employer‑funded retirement account, fully vested from day one

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

Access to an entire team of free financial planners

Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service

Continuous growth and development opportunities

Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration

KSL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.

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