Outside Media Account Exec: High Earnings Flexible Schedule

Community-Impact-Newspaper; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas stipend

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Community Impact is seeking an Outside Sales - Media Account Executive to drive revenue by selling print, digital and direct-mail advertising to local businesses. This role combines field work in the Woodlands area with occasional office hours in Jersey Village.

You will consult with clients, tailor advertising plans, and grow a robust book of business through to-close efforts, while enjoying a strong starting compensation, monthly bonuses, and uncapped commissions.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B sales and cold calling.
• Ability to build and manage a book of business.
• Proven track record of closing new accounts.
• Comfort with field-based, in-person client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to tailor print, digital, and direct-mail advertising plans.
• Develop and maintain a healthy sales pipeline across the Woodlands area.
• Close new accounts and grow existing client partnerships.
• Explain CI advertising solutions and achieve revenue targets.

Skills

B2B sales

Cold calling

Prospecting

Relationship building

New account closing

Sales strategy

Job description

Description

Outside Sales - Media Account Executive: $100,000+ for top performers, Meaningful Work, Fun Environment

Future Impacter,

If you are tired of sitting behind a desk, or if you want a change of pace from the cut-throat and unrewarding sales environments of other companies, look no further than our Outside Sales - Media Account Executive role. Community Impact helps local businesses grow and tell their stories using our beloved news products. As experts in our advertising products, our Media Account Executives consult with clients to tailor the perfect print, digital and direct-mail advertising plans to help their business thrive.

ABOUT YOU

You’ll know that you’re a great fit for the Outside Sales - Media Account Executive role if you:

• Are excited to participate in business-to-business (B2B) sales and enjoy cold calling, prospecting, and the thrill of landing a new account
• Are not afraid of rejection and are persistent in turning a cold lead into a sale
• Love making in-person connections and building meaningful client partnerships over time
• Know how to build and maintain a successful book of business
• Are eager to learn more about Selling the CI Way, our proven sales methodology
• Enjoy the flexibility of setting your own schedule
• Grow in a positive work setting, cheering on your teammates and sharing best practices

Note: this role requires office hours in Jersey Village on Mondays and as needed for training. However, the vast majority of the role's duties will be conducted from the field in the Woodlands area.

WHY JOIN COMMUNITY IMPACT

• Strong starting annually, plus monthly bonuses and uncapped commission
• Guaranteed monthly commission for your first 12 months
• $295 monthly stipend for gas, mileage and tolls
• Great PTO (prorated) in your first year to use as needed
• 10 paid holidays per year, plus a paid day off for your birthday
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance options including accident, life, and critical illness insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

Countless businesses have had proven success advertising with us, and our Media Account Executives take pride in continuing the legacy of our publication. Apply today and play a part in changing the course of someone’s business and life...and your own!