Account Executive

Sales Account Executive

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, OTT / CTV, and digital advertising.

Responsibilities :

• Implements strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
• Establishes credible relationships with the 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 :

DC News Now is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

We value the contribution of our employees and recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan $50K-$65K+ a base draw is guaranteed while you build accounts, with a generous commission schedule that can double and triple your income over time. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more.