Valnet Travel | Media Account Executive

Valnet Inc. • Chicago, IL

4d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a High-Impact Partnership Lead to drive direct revenue for our leading independent media portfolio. Reaching 18 million monthly page views and a 3.2 million-strong social ecosystem, we provide unparalleled access to the world’s most lucrative travel markets.

We have an aggressive $3M revenue target for 2026. You will be responsible for securing high-value, content-led partnerships with mid-tier growth brands across our two flagship sites:
Simpleflying: The world’s #1 authority for global aviation news, aircraft manufacturers, and industry C-suite.
TheTravel: A premier authority for US-based travelers, delivering breaking travel news, destination guides, and high-intent planning content for the American market.
The Product Suite: Content + Social + Inbox

We sell integrated multi-channel storytelling that delivers authority and conversion:
Sponsored Editorial: High-authority articles reaching a massive audience of industry pros and active US travelers.
Social Amplification: Promoting partner content to our 3.2M social followers (2.25M on Facebook, 287k on Instagram).
Newsletter Integration: Direct-to-inbox access to 212,000 active subscribers.
Custom Series: Multi-part features focused on US destination news, aviation sustainability, and emerging travel tech.
The Role: Mid-Market Hunter

This is a full-cycle sales role focused on high-growth, mid-tier accounts:
Strategic Prospecting: Use MediaRadar to identify mid-market brands targeting US consumers and aviation enthusiasts.
Proactive Outreach: You are expected to move beyond the inbox. This role requires persistent phone calls and LinkedIn networking to close high-velocity deals.
Solution Selling: Pitch the combined scale of the portfolio to boutique agencies and mid-market B2C brands (Travel Gear, US Regional Tourism, Travel Apps, Hospitality).

Requirements

• 3+ years in Media Partnerships, Content Sales, or Social Media Advertising.
• Proven track record of "unearthing" mid-tier leads and closing five-figure deals via phone and email.
• Strong ability to sell the US Traveler Demographic—leveraging our American-centric audience on TheTravel.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Prospecting: Use MediaRadar to identify mid-market brands targeting US consumers and aviation enthusiasts.
• Proactive Outreach: You are expected to move beyond the inbox. This role requires persistent phone calls and LinkedIn networking to close high-velocity deals.
• Solution Selling: Pitch the combined scale of the portfolio to boutique agencies and mid-market B2C brands (Travel Gear, US Regional Tourism, Travel Apps, Hospitality).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees