Account Executive, Sales

Account Executive, Sales page is loaded## Account Executive, Sales locations:
IL, Champaign time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
REQ-38901

The Sales Account Executive generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, cold-calling new prospects and convincing potential clients of the merits of television advertising.
* Implements strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
* Establishes credible relationships with local business community.
* Makes sales calls on existing and prospective clients.
* Maintains assigned accounts and develops new accounts.
* Prepares and delivers sales presentations to clients.
* Explains to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
* Provides clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all media.
* Develops advertising schedules with clients and station personnel responsible for placing advertising into station media.
* Works with clients and station personnel to develop advertisements.
* Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements &

Skills:

* Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
* Minimum one year’s experience in sales, preferably in the media field.
* Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
* Experience achieving long-range objectives and implementing the strategies and actions to achieve them.
* Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
** NON-UNION FULL-TIME SALARIED
**** Salary Range:**$50,000.00-$ Annualized - - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level
** Benefits**:
Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
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