What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Executive position at Leighton Broadcasting?
Leighton Broadcasting is a family and employee-owned, multi-platform media company that heavily invests in their employees through training, education and great leadership.
Employees enjoy a full line of benefits ranging from health and dental insurance, plus disability; attendance at cool concerts, great discounts on all types of products. In addition to vacation we offer sick and personal time off.
We offer an above average compensation structure which has allowed us to keep top talent for decades, not just years. Our team has passion, loves media and it shows.
Leighton Broadcasting Account Executives establish and maintain marketing partnerships with area businesses and develop creative ad campaigns & promotions to increase their business.
Leighton Broadcasting Account Executives (AE) establish and maintain marketing partnerships with area businesses and develop creative ad campaigns & promotions to increase their business. In this role, you’ll work alongside a small team of other AEs to achieve market goals.
Responsibilities:
- Seek out new clients and grow existing client accounts.
- Assist Sales Manager with budget planning and sales projections.
- Attend weekly team meetings and provide progress updates.
- Utilize existing software programs for sales management, revenue order entry, and project management.
- Achieve monthly sales goals and annual revenue targets.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of sales experience.
- Ability to persevere to achieve goals.
- Exude passion, energy and enthusiasm about Leighton Broadcasting.
- Ability to develop creative solutions for clients.
- General understanding of digital, events, and broadcast marketing opportunities.
- Self-driven and results-focused with a willingness to learn & grow.
- Strong communication & organization skills.
- Experience utilizing Microsoft 360 Office Suite is preferred.
- Two-year degree or higher in Sales/Business/Marketing or sales experience equivalent may be helpful but not required.
Leighton Enterprises offers a 401K Plan, ESOP, Health, Disability and Life Insurance, Comprehensive Training Programs and vacation time. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an organization that actively gives back to our community though our people, time, talent and treasure.
Leighton Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
Work Location: One location