Account Executive – Advertising & Media Sales

New South Publishing, Inc. is looking for an experienced, motivated Account Executive to grow advertising and sponsorship revenue across our portfolio of established print and digital media brands.

This is a great opportunity for a salesperson who knows how to open doors, build relationships, and close business
. Previous advertising or media sales experience is a plus, but it is not required. We are more interested in finding someone with a proven sales track record who is curious, connected, and comfortable developing new business.

You’ll represent two of our signature publications:

• Know Atlanta Magazine: Metro Atlanta's trusted moving and living guide, connecting businesses with newcomers, relocating families, and residents making important decisions about where to move, live, and thrive in Atlanta.

• Cobb in Focus: Cobb County's business and civic leadership publication, reaching executives, business owners, community leaders, and decision-makers.

• Develop new advertising and sponsorship business through consistent prospecting and relationship building
• Identify and pursue businesses that are a strong fit for our audiences
• Manage prospects from initial outreach through proposal and close
• Build long-term relationships with advertisers and grow existing accounts
• Develop creative advertising packages based on a client's goals and budget
• Maintain an active, organized sales pipeline in Hub Spot
• Collaborate with our sales, editorial, marketing, and production teams

We're interested in someone who:

• Has demonstrated success in B2B sales, business development, or account management
• Is comfortable prospecting and generating their own opportunities
• Knows how to move a relationship from conversation to close
• Is polished and credible with business owners, executives, and marketing professionals
• Is organized and disciplined about follow-up and pipeline management
• Is comfortable using a CRM and other sales technology
• Can work independently while also being an engaged member of a small team
• Understands that successful sales requires consistent activity, accountability, and follow-through
• Experience selling advertising, sponsor ships, marketing services, or other intangible B2B solutions is especially valuable.

This is a base salary + commission position with meaningful upside for strong performance.

• Additional performance incentives may be available

New South Publishing is an established Atlanta-area publishing company specializing in magazines, custom publishing, and integrated media programs. We're a small, hands-on company where good ideas move quickly, and successful salespeople have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the business.