National Sales Account Executive (Hybrid)
Req #19983
Our current portfolio of media assets includes USA TODAY, local media organizations in 46 states in the U.S., and Newsquest, a wholly owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom with more than 120 local news media brands. Gannett also owns the digital marketing services companies ReachLocal, Inc., UpCurve, Inc., and WordStream, Inc., which are marketed under the LOCALiQ brand, and runs the largest media-owned events business in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.
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The USA Today Network, part of Gannett, is a Pulitzer Prize winning publisher of news & information that informs, entertains and connects millions of daily readers with the stories they need and love. The USA Today Network includes 250 local news properties including the Detroit Free Press, Arizona Republic and Austin American-Statesman, plus the national view of the iconic USA Today. Join our growing National Sales team and help support the trusted journalism that 150M+ readers rely on each month.
We’re looking for great people who are passionate about redefining premium publishing through innovation, creative thinking and embracing fun.
Summary
USATN National Sales team is seeking a highly motivated dynamic Junior Account Executive to be an exceptional addition to our growing team in New York City.
What You’ll Do
·Drive advertising sales across all offerings, while meeting and exceeding all sales goals
·Develop growth accounts and new business opportunities with tremendous upside.
·Schedule & lead 10 client/agency meetings per week with identified clients
·Work as a partner to help clients reach their goals and initiatives
·Work with internal partners like Client Solutions and Account Management to prepare proposals and respond to RFP's with a high degree of professionalism, quality and in a timely manner
·Participate and represent USATN at local industry events
What You’ll Bring:
·1-3 years selling publisher offerings with a knowledge base tied to programmatic, data, branded & custom content, or experienced agency leader, director or above preferred
·Ability to create & execute against a strategic plan for growth/wins/upsells
·Established relationships with advertising agencies and brands
·Prospecting and cold calling skills necessary
·Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, exciting environment while managing multiple priorities and maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality
·Stellar written communication and presentation skills
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Other details
- Job Family Outside Sales
- Job Function Marketing Solutions
- Pay Type Salary