M2 Media Corp. is expanding our sales team! We are looking for motivated, personable and self-driven Account Executives to join the team behind some of the Coast's most recognized lifestyle and tourism publications. M2 Media Corp. publishes South Mississippi Living, Play Coastal Mississippi and a variety of annual city guides that connect local businesses with readers and visitors throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships and being out in the community . You'll have your own territory, your own accounts and the opportunity to grow your business without competing against other M2 Media sales representatives. What You'll Do As an Account Executive, you will: Develop and maintain relationships with local business owners and decision-makers. Build and grow your own client base within an assigned territory. Sell print and digital advertising across our publications and annual city guides. Identify new businesses and opportunities for growth. Work with clients to develop advertising solutions that fit their marketing goals and budgets. Manage accounts from the initial sale through publication. Maintain relationships with existing advertisers and identify opportunities for repeat business. Represent M2 Media and our publications professionally throughout the community. A Commission Structure Built for Growth This is an independent contractor position with a flat commission structure and no cap on your earning potential. One of the biggest advantages of selling with M2 Media is that you earn commission every time an ad runs. If a client runs the same ad every month, you earn commission on that ad every month. That means the relationships and accounts you build can continue generating income over time. New Account Executives receive a base during their first few months while they learn our publications, processes and sales procedures and build their client base. A successful Account Executive has the potential to earn $80,000 or more annually , depending on sales performance. Your Territory. Your Business. Our Account Executives have assigned territories and do not compete against one another for accounts. You'll have the freedom to develop relationships and grow your business within your territory while working as part of a supportive sales team. The position is a mix of office and outside sales , with office space available at M2 Media. However, much of your time will be spent meeting with clients, prospecting and building relationships throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast . You'll receive training to familiarize you with our publications, procedures and sales process, along with some existing leads to help get you started. We also expect our Account Executives to be proactive in developing new business and growing their territories. Who We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is: Outgoing and personable with a natural ability to connect with people. Comfortable meeting with business owners and making sales presentations. Self-motivated and able to manage their own schedule and territory. Persistent and comfortable with prospecting and following up. Organized and able to manage multiple accounts and deadlines. Professional, dependable and enthusiastic about representing local businesses. Familiar with the Mississippi Gulf Coast and its business community. Previous sales, advertising, marketing or media experience is helpful, but not required . We're willing to train the right person. Why M2 Media? You'll be selling established publications with a loyal readership and strong recognition throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast. More importantly, you'll have the opportunity to build long-term client relationships and a recurring book of business . If you enjoy being out in the community, meeting new people, helping businesses grow and having a direct connection between your effort and your income, we'd love to meet you.

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule On-the-job training Work from home

Experience:

Advertising Sales:

5 years (Preferred)

Location:

Gulfport, MS 39503 (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Gulfport, MS 39503 (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Gulfport, MS 39503