Role Description
A Senior Account Executive (AE) is an integral part of our dynamic sales team at Orange Barrel Media + IKE Smart City, serving as the primary liaison between our company and our esteemed advertising partners. As an ambassador of our innovative out-of-home advertising solutions, this role offers a stimulating and prosperous path within the advertising sector.
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Conduct research and prospect new clients while proposing targeted marketing leads based on need
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Build and maintain relationships with clients and prospects
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Independently manage time, travel and resources to maximize the number of sales calls
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Targets industries for annual, seasonal, and/or short-term advertising buys
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Prepare and present customized proposals and agreements to prospective and existing customers
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Collaborate with internal creative department and clients to assist in development of effective advertising campaigns
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Negotiate and execute contracts optimizing a win-win result
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Manage, maintain, and grow current client base
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Maintain excellent external and internal relationships
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Review space availability for clients as requested and follow up with proposals/grids of details
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Search out business leads and trending products
Qualifications
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Bachelorβs degree in marketing, communications, or related field
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Previous experience in OOH, Digital, or Broadcast media is a plus
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Must have a proven record of exceeding sales quotas
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Strong communicator with superior written and verbal skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to listen and translate client needs into a viable media plan
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Analytical thinker with the ability to quickly assess unfamiliar or unexpected situations and offer creative solutions
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Ability to work in fast-paced and demanding environments
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Strong organizational skills
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Advanced in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Requirements
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The base compensation for this role is $75,000 - $95,000 per year plus commission.
Benefits
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Competitive salary/incentive compensation
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401k match
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Expense account