Business Development Executive-Lincoln, NE
About The Position
The Lincoln Journal Star, a publication of Lee Enterprises, is seeking an energetic, skilled sales executive to drive digital multi-media account growth for new and existing accounts through prospecting, developing, and closing leads using a variety of sources in the Lincoln area. Lee, in conjunction with Amplified Digital, offers a vast array of digital marketing products, tools and partners to meet the advertising needs of any current or future client. We are the fastest growing digital subscription platform in the nation for four years running. This is a 100% sales position and demonstrated success in sales is required.
Requirements
- Demonstrated success in sales.
- 3 or more years in Sales.
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Advertising, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in expanding and growing sales revenue through existing and new business.
- Experience with current digital advertising technology and 3rd party research skills such as Google Analytics.
Nice To Haves
- Digital Advertising experience (preferred but not required).
- Digital advertising enthusiast.
Responsibilities
- Drive digital multi-media account growth for new and existing accounts through prospecting, developing, and closing leads using a variety of sources in the Lincoln area.
- Exceeding goals, taking ownership, and hunting for new opportunities.
- Setting priorities, managing time effectively, and staying organized amidst a busy workload.
- Thinking strategically, adapting to changing landscapes, and understanding the business side of things.
- Developing innovative and effective digital advertising solutions.
- Communicating ideas clearly and winning over clients.
- Overcoming challenges, staying motivated, and finding solutions under pressure.
- Thriving in dynamic environments, embracing change, and thinking critically in complex situations.
- Grasping concepts quickly and applying them strategically to the team's success.
- Understanding and catering to the evolving needs of clients and the industry.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short and long-term disability
- Company provided life insurance
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401K retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid parental leave for new parents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
