Advertising Account Executive II (Cox Media)

$28,000 - $42,000/Yr

Cox Communications - Central Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Central Oklahoma City, OK

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Advertising Account Executive II at Cox Media is responsible for selling innovative digital media and TV advertising solutions. This role involves engaging with clients to understand their business objectives and creating effective marketing campaigns. The position offers a collaborative and fast-paced sales environment with competitive pay and uncapped earning potential.

Responsibilities

• Engage with new and existing clients to understand business objectives and create marketing campaigns to drive results through effective television and digital advertising solutions
• Generate new business leads by prospecting and making cold calls to achieve and exceed sales goals
• Sell digital advertising and marketing solutions customized to each client's needs from the Cox Media product suite that includes on-air commercials, online video, social media placements, and mobile marketing solutions
• Understand the prospect's organization and build relationships focusing on key decision-makers
• Create and present customized sales presentations/proposals and successfully close negotiations
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting individual revenue achievement
• Increase knowledge of sales and product offerings through ongoing training
• Attend trade shows and industry events and represent Cox Media in the local business community to build awareness

Requirements

• 4 years of sales/support or marketing experience
• Ability to Cold Call & Prospect both in and out-of-market opportunities
• Ability to develop new business and achieve individual sales goals
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Motivated team player who consistently strives to exceed goals and push revenue expectations
• Valid driving license, good driving record, and reliable transportation
• Ability to multitask, manage multiple assignments, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, team-oriented environment.

Nice-to-haves

• BS/BA degree in a related discipline strongly desired (business, advertising, or marketing)
• Solid understanding of marketing principles and applications in business
• Interactive Advertising Bureau Certification and/or Google Ad Words Certified a plus.

Benefits

• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)