Account Executive

Description
Verde Valley News Media is seeking a motivated and relationship-focused Account Executive to help local businesses grow through strategic advertising and marketing solutions. In this role, you will build lasting client relationships, develop customized advertising campaigns across print and digital platforms, and identify new business opportunities throughout Sedona and the Verde Valley. This is an in-office position offering a strong base salary, commission potential, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Perks

Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission opportunities

Guaranteed transitional bonus program

Assigned sales territory with active customers

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and bridge insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) begins accruing on your first day of employment, including our New Hire PTO Perk

Supportive, collaborative team with opportunities for professional growth

Stable, growing, family-owned media company with a strong community presence

Requirements
Responsibilities

Develop new business opportunities by identifying and securing new advertising clients

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as their trusted marketing advisor

Create customized advertising solutions across print and digital platforms to meet client goals

Coordinate with internal teams to ensure successful campaign execution and client satisfaction

Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of existing accounts while identifying opportunities for expansion

Consistently achieve sales and revenue goals through proactive prospecting and account management

Qualifications

Proven ability to build relationships and deliver outstanding customer service

Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Comfortable prospecting for new business and managing multiple client accounts

Proficiency with computers and the ability to learn CRM and sales tools

Compensation and Benefits
Base salary of $40,000–$50,000 annually (DOE) plus commission and a guaranteed transitional bonus program, with first-year earning potential of $50,000+. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and bridge insurance, along with Paid Time Off that begins accruing on your first day of employment, including our New Hire PTO Perk.

About Us
We are a growing, family-owned group of community news properties with roots stretching back more than 140 years. We believe local journalism matters—and we're investing in it. Our stable, mission-driven organization serves loyal communities across the Southwest through trusted local news and innovative marketing solutions. Verde Valley News Media is a community-first news outlet serving Sedona, Cottonwood, and the Verde Valley. Through respected publications including the Verde Independent, Kudos, and specialty magazines, we connect local audiences with the news and businesses that matter most while helping our advertising partners grow through print and digital marketing solutions.

#J-18808-Ljbffr