What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outdoor Advertising Sales Professional position at Lamar Advertising Company?
About Us
Lamar Advertising Company was founded in 1902 and is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. We pride ourselves on living by the Golden Rule, operating with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. Our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility has led us to develop innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. As a result, we are projecting a 70% decrease in greenhouse gas emissions by 2026.
Your Role
We are seeking a skilled Account Executive to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for promoting and selling outdoor advertising to qualified advertisers in your assigned territory. You will use professional sales techniques, develop long-term advertising relationships, and identify potential growth areas and open new accounts. To succeed in this role, you will need excellent communication skills, the ability to make oral presentations, and the capacity to articulate policies and procedures clearly. Additionally, you must be comfortable making cold calls and willing to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry.
What We Offer
Lamar offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development. Our employees enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment, where everyone is valued and respected. We are committed to helping our employees achieve their full potential and reach their career goals. Whether you are just starting your career or looking to take your next step, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The work environment is a combination of an office environment and working in the field making sales calls and servicing existing accounts. The physical demands for this position include light lifting, seeing (with a focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, talking, turning, and walking. Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10%.
Lamar Advertising Company was founded in 1902 and is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. We pride ourselves on living by the Golden Rule, operating with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. Our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility has led us to develop innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. As a result, we are projecting a 70% decrease in greenhouse gas emissions by 2026.
Your Role
We are seeking a skilled Account Executive to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for promoting and selling outdoor advertising to qualified advertisers in your assigned territory. You will use professional sales techniques, develop long-term advertising relationships, and identify potential growth areas and open new accounts. To succeed in this role, you will need excellent communication skills, the ability to make oral presentations, and the capacity to articulate policies and procedures clearly. Additionally, you must be comfortable making cold calls and willing to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry.
What We Offer
Lamar offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development. Our employees enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment, where everyone is valued and respected. We are committed to helping our employees achieve their full potential and reach their career goals. Whether you are just starting your career or looking to take your next step, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The work environment is a combination of an office environment and working in the field making sales calls and servicing existing accounts. The physical demands for this position include light lifting, seeing (with a focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, talking, turning, and walking. Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10%.
