Account Executive

Gannett - Savannah, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Savannah, GA

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Account Executive at Gannett Co., Inc. is responsible for building relationships with local businesses to assist them with their advertising and digital marketing strategies. This role focuses on driving results through a variety of marketing solutions, leveraging the company's extensive resources to create tailored approaches for clients. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth and a competitive compensation structure that includes a base salary and uncapped commission.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with local businesses to assist with advertising and digital marketing plans.
• Develop partnerships with large local businesses to help them reach their goals through integrated marketing plans.
• Identify customer needs and execute account plans and custom client solutions.
• Maximize clients' online presence with a custom approach to digital marketing.
• Pursue and close new business and revenue streams.
• Retain, manage, and grow clients in the digital landscape.
• Articulate and present the suite of products to business decision makers.
• Conduct face-to-face customer meetings, presentations, proposals, and demonstrations.
• Manage a specified sales pipeline and develop a strategy for long-term success.
• Utilize CRM (Salesforce) effectively to record all sales activity.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in high acquisition, consultative B2B Sales role.
• Proficiency in Digital Marketing (Google AdWords, Analytics certifications preferred but not required).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and minimum liability insurance as required by law.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with emerging technologies such as Virtual and Augmented Reality.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to simplify complex issues.
• Competitive nature and collaborative team spirit.

Benefits

• Uncapped Earnings Potential
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, 401K and more.
• Generous MTO Time off package including Company Paid Holidays.
• Intensive 4-week onboarding for new hires.
• Outstanding digital and marketing training for continuous learning.
• Hybrid workplace.