Multimedia Account Executive Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: Cumulus Media in Baton Rouge is looking for a Multimedia Account Executive who can drive sales, manage client relationships, and create marketing solutions. The ideal candidate is goal-oriented, organized, and has strong communication skills. This position offers competitive pay, commission-based compensation, benefits, and a collaborative work environment. To apply, visit the Cumulus Media website.
Job Description
Company Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA
| Baton Rouge currently features 5 stations in the Baton Rouge area and surrounding counties.
Our stations include:
94.1 WEMX-FM, WXOK
HEAVEN-AM1460, WRQQ-FM CLASSIC HITS 103.3FM, KQXL Q106.5
FM, and
ALT 92.3FM
Position Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA
| Baton Rouge is seeking a talented and dynamic Multimedia Account Executive who thrives in a fast-paced working environment. We are looking for a passionate, motivated, goal-oriented and highly competitive individual with a proven track record of over-achieving sales goals. We hire driven, resourceful, organized, customer-focused problem solvers who have great communication skills and the ability to cultivate client relationships. In return, we offer a unique career opportunity: one where you are given a challenging mission, world-class tools to help you succeed, and the chance to realize your full potential as a sales professional. The Multimedia Account Executive successfully manages relationships with dozens of local and regional businesses, protects and grows the revenue base, identifies and creates new business opportunities with existing and new clients; provides marketing solutions to help customers achieve their business goals; strategically plans and implements initiatives to meet personal, company and corporate directives, recognizes that achieving budgeted revenue targets is the minimum expectation of performance. The right individual will invest in personal professional development, understanding technology, marketing and the full suite of company products and services.
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications Key Responsibilities:
Able to create and identify client business needs by gaining a deep understanding of their goals, objectives and processes as well as their external environment including key market and consumer trends to proactively develop customized marketing solutions to meet client objectives Deliver and develop effective and informed marketing solutions via multi-platform, integrated sales presentations identifying Cumulus broadcast, digital, and event tactics to foster brand loyalty and deliver results for the client Ability to negotiate and close business that drives revenue results and fosters long term client relationships, regardless of medium or platform Commitment to having a proficient understanding of the Cumulus Media assets and resources and a desire to constantly learn and grow your product knowledge thus staying relevant and current with industry advertising opportunities for your clients Represent the full suite of products and services as marketing solutions to new and existing clientele. This includes station digital assets, internet-based marketing, social media, streaming, events and specialized programming Ability to appropriately manage time to optimize revenue opportunities, client interaction, implementation and fulfillment of successful sales agreements. Individual must be able to assist in the development of creative messaging, regardless of platform Excel at prospecting and aggressively seeking new clientele by networking, cold calling, canvassing, referrals or other means to maintain a full pipeline of sales prospects at all times Follow all station and corporate procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting regular reports regarding sales, pipeline lists, forecasts and competitive analysis Collaborate, create, and capitalize on opportunities to best represent our brand while working to help your clients achieve success
Qualifications:
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, social networking platforms and CRM tools Excellent communication skills Passion for developing new business relationships in an outside sales role Enjoy presenting to clients of sales opportunities and post-sale successes Strong understanding of lead generation and ability to connect with viable prospects Comprehension of sales metrics in order to fill a sales funnel and maintain a constant pipeline of new business Self-motivating and entrepreneurial spirit Positive and friendly with a willingness to collaborate High energy and passion for sales Flexible, creative and curious Digitally savvy Media Sales background preferred Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing or related field is preferred What We Offer Commission-based compensation with uncapped earning potential Competitive Pay Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage 401K with company match Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/ EEO Statement
CUMULUS MEDIA
is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
