Account Executive/Marketing Strategy Lead
About The Position
Are You Ready to Make an Impact? Do you thrive on building relationships with business owners and creating opportunities for companies to grow? Do you get excited about selling solutions that help businesses succeed? At SummitMedia, you’ll sell a variety of marketing products that make a real difference for local businesses, including radio advertising, digital advertising (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube TV, Google Pay-Per-Click, etc.), sponsorships, and event marketing opportunities. We’re looking for an Account Executive in Birmingham, AL who is ready to connect businesses with the right marketing solutions. This isn’t just a sales job, it’s a chance to grow your career while helping companies expand their reach, increase revenue, and make a real impact in the community. Why You’ll Love Working Here: Be part of a close-knit, encouraging team that celebrates wins together. Sell solutions that truly help local businesses grow and make an impact in the community. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance, we respect your time and want you performing at your best both in and out of the office.
Requirements
- 3+ years of B2B outside sales experience (media/advertising experience is a plus, but not required).
- Proven success in prospecting, negotiating, closing, and developing relationships.
- A track record of building positive client and community relationships.
- A growth mindset, resilience, and a drive to succeed in a competitive environment.
Responsibilities
- Build and nurture relationships with local business owners.
- Identify opportunities and craft tailored marketing solutions using radio, digital, sponsorships, and events.
- Prospect, negotiate, and close deals while managing a portfolio of accounts.
- Collaborate with internal support teams, including creative, production, digital strategy, and sales operations, to develop, execute, and optimize effective client campaigns.
- Stay up-to-date on market trends, local business needs, and new advertising solutions.
- Represent SummitMedia positively in the community, your reputation is key!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
