Multimedia Automotive Account Executive-Chicago, IL
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- iHeartMedia Stations
Job Summary:
- Leverage proprietary data and insights to identify and develop new business opportunities; keep and grow existing client relationships; recommend customized broadcast and automotive digital solutions that help clients achieve their business goals; close business; meet set sales target for iHeartMedia Chicago Region's WGCI-FM, WVAZ-FM, Inspiration 1390, Rock 95.5, 103.5 KISS-FM and 93.9 LITE FM.
- Responsibilities:
- • Identifies and solicits new business; builds and maintains a full pipeline of
- sales prospects.
- • Services and grows relationships in existing base of clients.
- • Identifies client/agency needs and develops persuasive proposals to meet needs and opportunities.
- • Delivers effective sales presentations.
- • Steers clients based on market, platform and station information.
- • Maintains client communication and ensures client satisfaction.
- • Monitors competition to continually find new account leads.
- • Negotiates rates based on iHeartMedia’s budgets.
- • Works collaboratively with internal partners to drive revenue.
- • Ensures prompt payments.
- • Follows all station procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting regular reports regarding sales, pipeline lists, forecasts and competitive analysis.
- • Creates effective marketing campaigns in cooperation with iHeartMedia resources.
- • Generates revenue and meets/exceeds established sales targets.
- • Candidate must drive their own vehicle with a valid driver’s license and state-mandated auto insurance.
- Qualifications:
- • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking platforms
- • Adept at prospecting and using effective consultative selling principles and practices
- • Strong client service relationship-building skills
- • Ability to plan and organize, set priorities and multi task in a fast-paced environment
- • Negotiation and closing proficiency
- • Persuasive communication skills: verbal, written and presentation
- • Independent; self-motivated; competitive; assertive
- • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- • Understanding of market dynamics including demographics
- • Stress tolerance especially with tight deadlines and financial pressures
- • Flexibility and creativity
- • Professional appearance
- • Strong interpersonal skills
Work Experience:
- 2+ years in media/advertising sales is preferred, but not required
- SalesForce experience is a plus
Education:
- High school diploma, college degree preferred
- Certifications
- None required
- Location
- Chicago, IL: 233 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 2800, 60601
- Position Type: Regular
- The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
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