AI‑Powered Media Sales Executive (Hybrid)

Hearst Connecticut Media Group; Meriden (CT); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Training and development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Hearst Connecticut Media Group is seeking an Account Executive to drive advertising sales across local businesses in Connecticut. You will build a robust pipeline, leverage AI tools, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored digital and print solutions while growing your earnings potential.

You will work with local advertisers, manage a diverse portfolio, and use cutting-edge AI tools to optimize results and close deals.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of B2B outside sales in advertising or media.
• Strong presentation, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with Salesforce, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a sales pipeline for local advertisers.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance prospecting and closing deals.
• Present compelling digital and print ad solutions.
• Forecast revenue and manage client relationships in Salesforce.
• Collaborate with internal teams to exceed client expectations.

Skills

Presentation

Interpersonal

Communication

Sales pipeline management

CRM experience

Education

BA/BS in Advertising/Marketing/Communications or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Hearst Connecticut Media Group is seeking an Account Executive to drive advertising sales across local businesses in Connecticut. You will build a robust pipeline, leverage AI tools, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored digital and print solutions while growing your earnings potential.

You will work with local advertisers, manage a diverse portfolio, and use cutting-edge AI tools to optimize results and close deals.