Account Executive- Commission Only

Citizen Media Group•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Citizen Media Group is an IRS-registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization which houses two distinct public-facing brands: The Philadelphia Citizen and Philadelphia Magazine. Administrative, editorial and other business functions are shared across brands. The Philadelphia Citizen exists to reinvigorate democracy in the American city where it was born. Philadelphia Magazine is the premier guide to how to take advantage of all the city and region offers. The Account Executive is a strong, motivated, and creative seller responsible for selling integrated media programs and advertising solutions across print, digital, social, mobile and experiential platforms. This role focuses on selling new business within the Philadelphia DMA and reports to the CMG Publisher. This position is 100% commission based.

Requirements

3+ years experience in outside advertising/media sales
Excellent presentation and organizational skills
Self-motivated individual who can ramp up quickly and uncover new prospects
Great at setting up face-to-face sales meetings
Ability to think creatively to deliver on client goals
Superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with grace under pressure
Demonstrated ability to build positive and collaborative relationships

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of digital communications, platforms and sales strategy is a plus

Responsibilities

Driving revenue across all platforms (print, digital, social, mobile and event sponsorship) for the brand
Set up high volume sales calls each week with clients and agencies to develop and present new revenue opportunities.
Initiate and develop integrated programs and sponsorship packages for current clients and new prospects
Work collaboratively with marketing to develop creative integrated proposals designed to achieve client goals and bring in revenue.
Build and maintain strong client and agency relationships at all levels, attend networking events and trade shows related to assigned categories
Use various sales aides, presentations, research, marketing and all resources to help effectively deliver sales message to clients
Provide accurate and timely business estimates, forecasts, paperwork/administration
Generate ideas for new initiatives and new categories of business
Work directly with the Publisher to develop custom programs for new clients
Maintain CRM database
Additional duties as assigned