- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
Times Union *** Group is investing in its sales force, and we want you to be a part of it!
We are looking for a digitally savvy, highly motivated Account Executive to focus on the Hudson Valley area to join our advertising team at Times Union. As an Account Executive you will be responsible for developing and managing a sales pipeline and building new business relationships with local advertisers throughout the Hudson Valley area. You will be working with your customers to promote compelling solutions that best fit their marketing needs. As an advocate for the customer within *** and Times Union, the role works in cooperation with other departments to ensure we can meet and exceed customer expectations both in performance and process. This role will be a Hybrid role and will go into the Times Union office in Albany, 3 days a week.
As an Account Executive, you can expect the following:
About Times Union:
Based in Albany, the Times Union (www.timesunion.com) is the leading news organization in New York's Capital Region, Hudson Valley and beyond. The news organization is widely respected for its focus on local news and watchdog reporting, particularly on state government and politics. It has won numerous state and national awards for its work on both print and digital platforms and has repeatedly been named New York's 'Newspaper of Distinction' by the state editors association. Through the Times Union *** Group, we offer innovative marketing and advertising solutions to local, regional, and national clients. These include event marketing, a full complement of digital marketing solutions, targeted and total market coverage print solutions and more.
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We are looking for a digitally savvy, highly motivated Account Executive to focus on the Hudson Valley area to join our advertising team at Times Union. As an Account Executive you will be responsible for developing and managing a sales pipeline and building new business relationships with local advertisers throughout the Hudson Valley area. You will be working with your customers to promote compelling solutions that best fit their marketing needs. As an advocate for the customer within *** and Times Union, the role works in cooperation with other departments to ensure we can meet and exceed customer expectations both in performance and process. This role will be a Hybrid role and will go into the Times Union office in Albany, 3 days a week.
As an Account Executive, you can expect the following:
- Calling on local and Hudson Valley businesses to show the value of our suite of advertising products from social *** , display, video, programmatic, SEO/SEM to traditional advertisements.
- Execute sales tactics, implement marketing strategies, and deliver effective sales presentations with passion to consistently earn, retain and increase revenue.
- Become a valuable asset in the local Hudson Valley business community by boosting your clients' businesses through multiple channels.
- Researching, prospecting, networking, cold-calling, presenting, and closing - You own the sales cycle, and have the support of your local account management team to aid in continued support after the sale!
- Results oriented individual who strategically pursues business with energy and drive.
- *** sales experience highly desirable. Prior experience with or knowledge of on-line & digital marketing is a huge plus!
- Demonstrated success in exceeding sales targets using a consultative, solutions-focused approach.
- Strong track record of successful internal and external relationship management
- Valid US driver's license and reliable transportation
- A great work environment it's never boring here!
- Paid in-depth sales and product training.
- Competitive base salary, uncapped commissions for unlimited earning potential, and significant opportunity for advancement within the company.
- Collaboration ideas and input are always welcome.
- Health, dental, 401k, paid time off we have you covered.
About Times Union:
Based in Albany, the Times Union (www.timesunion.com) is the leading news organization in New York's Capital Region, Hudson Valley and beyond. The news organization is widely respected for its focus on local news and watchdog reporting, particularly on state government and politics. It has won numerous state and national awards for its work on both print and digital platforms and has repeatedly been named New York's 'Newspaper of Distinction' by the state editors association. Through the Times Union *** Group, we offer innovative marketing and advertising solutions to local, regional, and national clients. These include event marketing, a full complement of digital marketing solutions, targeted and total market coverage print solutions and more.
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