Digital Account Executive - Podcasting

Audacy Services, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Mental health

Telemedicine

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

Disability

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Student loan payment assistance

Job summary

Audacy Services, LLC in Chicago is seeking a Digital Account Executive to drive revenue for our podcasting and digital audio offerings. You will lead with premium podcast inventory, build relationships with local, regional, and national brands, and craft multi‑platform campaigns that move the needle.

This full-time hybrid role rewards a proven closer with 5+ years in B2B digital sales, a knack for attribution, and the ability to own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, while

Qualifications

• 5+ years of B2B sales in digital advertising or podcast space.
• Proven track record of beating quota.
• Ability to design multi-platform digital campaigns and solutions.
• Strong understanding of attribution and ROI in audio/commercial campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business relationships with local, regional, and national brands looking to dominate the podcast and streaming audio space.
• Architect custom campaigns using premium podcast integrations, streaming audio, and performance marketing tools.
• Own the full cycle from cold outreach to closing large contracts and managing campaigns.
• Crush quotas with an aggressive commission structure.

Skills

B2B sales

Digital advertising

Podcasting

Quota attainment

Relationship building

Tools

Paid Search

Social advertising

Programmatic advertising

Job description

Job Title: Digital Account Executive - Podcasting Department: Sales Reporting To: Senior Vice President, Sales Employment Type: Full-Time Pay Transparency: $120,000.00/Yr. - $249,998.00/Yr. Location(s): Chicago, I.L. Work Arrangement: Hybrid

The anticipated starting salary range for Chicago, I.L. based individuals expressing interest in this position is base salary plus unlimited commission $120,000.00/Yr. - $249,998.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

• a health care coordinator
• medical
• dental
• vision
• mental health
• telemedicine
• flexible spending accounts
• halth savings account
• disability
• life insurance
• critical illness
• hospital indemnity
• accident insurance
• paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• student loan payment assistance program
• legal assistance
• life assistance program
• identity theft protection
• discounted home and auto insurance
• pet insurance

Ready to own the conversation in the fastest growing sector of media? Audacy isn t just a media company; we are the voice of millions. As the premier destination for trusted local news, massive sports culture, favorite music, and charttopping premium podcasts, we connect brands with hyperengaged audiences in the moments that matter. We r looking for a hungry, highperforming Sales Executive to join our Chicago team. If you know how to win digital business, thrive on building relationships, and want to unlock bigger opportunities by combining your network with Audacy s national reach and hyperlocal targeting capabilities, this is your next big move. You will focus on driving revenue by leading with our powerhouse premium podcast network, while leveraging our fullscale digital agency capabilities to capture and own the entire client marketing funnel. You ll have the autonomy of an entrepreneurial role backed by the muscle, data tools, and premium inventory of an industry giant.

What You l Do (And Win At)

• Drive the Hustle: Hunt down and close new business relationships with local, regional, and national brands looking to dominate the podcast and streaming audio space.
• Architect Custom Campaigns: Move past "cookie-cutter" pitches. You ll design highimpact, multi-platform digital solutions using premium podcast integrations, streaming audio, and advanced performance marketing tools.
• Own the Full Cycle: From cold outreach to closing large scale contracts, you ll manage the pipeline and lead campaigns that move the needle for your clients.
• Crush Quotas: Consistently beat monthly and quarterly revenue goals, unlocking an aggressive commission structure.

Who You Are

• A Proven Closer: You have 5+ years of B2B sales experience, specifically within digital advertising, paid media, or the podcast/audio space. You have a track record of beating your quota and the numbers to prove it.
• Full-Funnel Digital Fluent: You know how to lead a client strategy with podcasting, but you also know how to wrap a deal in Paid Search, Social, and Programmatic to deliver true agency level ROI. You understand attribution tracking and how audio moves the needle.
• A Strategic Thinker: You don t just sell spots and dots; you sell business outcomes and ROI.
• Culturally Plugged In: You love the media landscape, follow podcast trends, and know what brands need to say to stay relevant.
• Chicago Rooted, Nationally Minded: You know the local market like the back of your hand, but you have the grit to pitch major national accounts.

Why You ll Love It Here

• Uncapped Earning Potential: Competitive base salary + an aggressive, uncapped commission structure built for highperformers.
• The Ultimate Toolkit: Sell across the Audacy App, live events, streaming audio, and a massive roster of premium, charttopping podcasts.
• Vibrant Chicago Culture: Work from a dynamic, creative environment with perks, client entertainment opportunities, and major market activations.

Required

A valid driver s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant s own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary for individuals expressing interest in this position is below: $120,000.00-249,998.00 Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity. Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits with a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• a health care coordinator
• medical
• dental
• vision
• mental health
• telemedicine
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings account
• disability
• life insurance
• critical illness
• hospital indemnity
• accident insurance
• paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• student loan payment assistance program
• legal assistance
• life assistance program
• identity theft protection
• discounted home and auto insurance
• pet insurance

About us

Audacy is a scaled, leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company differentiated by its exclusive, premium audio content. Audacy operates one of the country s two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the country s largest markets, as well as one of the country s largest podcast networks and the Audacy direct-to-consumer streaming platform. Audacy is a major event producer and a digital marketing solutions provider and is the unrivaled leader in local news and sports radio. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com, Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.

EEO

Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.