Strategic Account Manager

Louisiana First News; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A local news organization in Baton Rouge is seeking a Strategic Account Manager to lead digital sales strategies and support account executives. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of digital sales experience and a strong background in digital video strategy. This full-time position offers competitive benefits including medical and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of digital sales experience required.
• Fluency in English with excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute digital sales strategies.
• Perform data analysis for actionable insights.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Support training and development of sales team.

Skills

Digital sales experience

Digital video strategy

Running digital campaigns

Coaching and mentoring

Time management

Tools

Google Analytics

Job description

Join to apply for the Strategic Account Manager role at Louisiana First News

Louisiana First News is looking for a driven, strategic, and collaborative Strategic Account Manager – Digital to join our Baton Rouge sales team.

In this role, you’ll partner closely with our Account Executives to support new business development, grow existing accounts, and elevate the team's digital expertise. As our lead digital specialist, you’ll work hand‑in‑hand with Sales Managers and the Director of Sales to help us meet and exceed our digital revenue goals.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute digital sales strategies that exceed revenue targets
• Identify high-potential categories and create compelling prospecting approaches for the sales team
• Conduct client discovery meetings and perform data analysis to provide clear, actionable insights and both short- and long-term digital recommendations
• Evaluate KPIs, monitor and optimize campaign performance, and communicate results clearly to ensure advertisers receive maximum value
• Take complex digital strategies and simplify them into concepts clients and AEs can easily understand
• Build and maintain strong client relationships in collaboration with Account Executives
• Drive new business efforts and grow existing accounts
• Support the training and development of sales team members to strengthen their digital knowledge
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of digital sales experience (digital sales management experience a plus)
• Proven experience in digital video strategy, including OTT and CTV
• Demonstrated success running digital campaigns across display, email, social, audio streaming, search, and more
• A natural coach and mentor with the ability to identify developmental needs and help others grow
• Experience with Google Analytics preferred
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation
• Exceptional time-management skills and the ability to balance the needs of multiple Account Executives and clients with strong attention to detail

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be a part of shaping the digital success of Louisiana First News in one of the most competitive media markets in Louisiana. You’ll be part of a collaborative, energetic team that works hard, wins together, and celebrates success.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Sales and Consulting

Industry

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance