Multimedia Account Manager - Mitchell, SD

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Looking for a sales career that rewards your drive, creativity, and community spirit? Here’s your chance to grow your earning potential while enjoying the close‑knit charm and high quality of life that small‑town South Dakota is famous for.

Serving Mitchell, SD, and surrounding communities since 1879, the Mitchell Republic has been a cornerstone of local journalism for nearly 150 years. Our newsroom earned top honors from the South Dakota Newspaper Association in 2023, including first place in General Excellence, Best Print Edition, Best Website, and the Sweepstakes Award among all South Dakota daily newspapers. As part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th‑generation, family‑owned media and technology company, the Republic is backed by a network of 20+ publications across the Upper Midwest, collectively reaching more than 5 million readers every month.

• Develop and implement sales strategies within your territory to meet (and exceed!) revenue goals.
• Build and nurture long‑term client relationships rooted in trust and measurable results.
• Prospect for new business opportunities while expanding and retaining existing accounts.
• Create and deliver customized proposals and presentations that align with client goals.
• Collaborate with internal creative teams to bring advertising campaigns to life across print and digital platforms.
• Serve as a community ambassador, connecting with local organizations and helping them share their messages and stories.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in sales, marketing, or communications is preferred.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and confident working independently.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with strong follow‑through.
• A passion for helping businesses grow and succeed.
• Valid driver’s license, insurable driving record, and required vehicle insurance.

• Small‑town roots, big opportunity – Thrive in a place where relationships matter and your work has visible impact.
• Flexibility & autonomy – Manage your schedule and your success.
• Compensation – Expected annual pay between $45,000 and $65,000/year, based on qualifications and experience.
• Outstanding benefits – Competitive pay, 401(k) retirement plan, generous paid time off (including your birthday!), paid volunteer hours, and health and wellness programs.
• Award‑winning brand – Represent a legacy publication recognized for its excellence and integrity.
• Community‑driven culture – Family‑owned since 1917, Forum Communications Company fosters growth, creativity, and collaboration across all its teams.

We’re a family‑owned media and technology company that’s been providing trustworthy journalism and innovative business solutions for more than a century. Today, we’re one of the Upper Midwest’s largest media organizations, and a leader in print and digital news, technology, telebroadcasting, printing, and agency advertising. We’re powered by passionate, purpose‑driven people who believe in supporting each other, working hard toward common goals, and having fun while we do it.

Come for the perks. Stay for the people.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance
• Optional critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Retirement benefits
• Generous paid time off and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.