What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Executive position at Hubbard Broadcasting?
About Us Hubbard Radio is a full-service media company with 16 radio stations and cutting-edge digital solutions in four of northern Minnesota's most beautiful and active resort communities : Alexandria, Bemidji, Brainerd and Wadena. At Hubbard, we're looking for the best people in local media to help build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion. Qualifications
- Previous sales, advertising, digital sales, or media experience preferred.
- Knowledge of, and familiarity with, (or ability to learn) broadcasting and digital terminology and methodology preferred.
- Ability to understand the features and benefits of advertising and competitive media.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word for Windows; sales software knowledge helpful.
- Excellent written and oral English language communication skills.
- Experience developing presentations for the purpose of direct-business selling and ability to effectively present and communicate.
- Ability to respond to questions appropriately and think on feet.
- Establish and maintain customer relationships; communicate effectively with a wide range of personalities in a professional and courteous manner.
- High level of initiative and ability to work independently required.
- Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license and a safe driving history as determined by the Company for the purpose of meeting clients and attending events. Driving record will be checked.
- Demonstrate effective negotiation and closing techniques.
- Strong analytical skills, good judgment, and a "positive can do attitude" are required.
- Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
- Ability to think critically, analytically, creatively and logically; and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Clean driving record. Driving record will be checked.
- Physical Requirements : Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.). Sit and / or stand for extended periods of time. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job function.
Diversity Statement Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU. Job Overview The Account Executive is responsible for selling advertising to clients and developing new business relationships by prospecting, developing and selling new direct-business accounts, making sales presentations, performing collections, maintaining client relations and sales. Job Responsibilities
Compensation and Benefits The starting salaried base compensation is $35,000 to $45,000 annually. Additional commissions (or bonuses) may be earned above the base salaried amount. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability / vets.
Salary : $35,000 - $45,000
