Senior Account Executive

417 Magazine; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected publication seeks a Senior Account Executive to enhance client relationships and drive revenue growth across print, digital, and event offerings. Ideal candidates will have significant sales experience, strong communication skills, and a consultative approach to relationship building. This role offers a competitive commission structure, health benefits, and fosters a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Generous PTO, plus 19 company holidays annually

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales experience required; 7+ preferred.
• Strong presentation and communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Ability to travel locally and actively network in the community.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed monthly and annual revenue goals by selling across various platforms.
• Build and maintain long-term, consultative relationships with key clients.
• Prepare and present custom proposals tailored to client goals.

Skills

Sales Experience

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Consultative Selling

Tools

CRM Tools

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

As a Senior Account Executive, you’ll step into a role with a well-established book of business and the chance to deepen and expand client relationships. We’re investing in our digital future while continuing to deliver award-winning print and event products, and we’re looking for someone who can strategically align all of those offerings with client goals. This is a great fit for an experienced seller who’s ready to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meet or exceed monthly and annual revenue goals by selling across print, digital, custom content, and event sponsorships
• Ability to build and maintain long-term, consultative relationships with key clients
• Someone who builds trusted relationships quickly and brings a consultative—not transactional—approach to sales
• Identify and pursue new business through outbound efforts, networking, and community involvement
• Prepare and present custom proposals and solutions tailored to client goals
• Collaborate with editorial, design, digital, and production teams to execute campaigns
• Represent the 417 brand professionally at events and in the community
• Accurately track sales activity, proposals, and pipeline in CRM
• Stay informed on industry trends and client business landscapes to offer proactive insights

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of sales experience required; 7+ preferred and familiarity with Sandler Selling Methodology is a plus
• Strong presentation and communication skills—both verbal and written
• Are you someone who builds trusted relationships quickly and brings a consultative—not transactional—approach to sales?
• A goal-oriented self-starter who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Are you a strategic thinker who understands how to match client goals with 417’s portfolio of products?
• Ability to travel locally, attend evening/weekend events, and actively network in the community
• Familiarity with CRM tools and proposal systems (or willingness to learn quickly)
• Competitive commission-based compensation structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Generous PTO, plus 19 company holidays annually
• A creative, purpose-driven culture that values teamwork, transparency, and community

To Apply:

Submit your resume and cover letter to [e-mail] . We can’t wait to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Book and Periodical Publishing

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