Account Executive

Cumulus Media (OTCQB: CMLS) is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a quarter billion people every month — wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 394 owned-and operated radio stations across 84 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, US Soccer, AP News, and the Academy of Country Music Awards, across more than 7,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, a leading national audio network; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, an established and influential platform for original podcasts that are smart, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. For more information visit Cumulus Media | (Little Rock, AR) currently features 8 stations in the Little Rock market: KIPR 92.3 “Power 92 Jams”, KLAL 107.7 “Alice 107.7”, KURB 98.5 “B98.5”, KARN-FM 102.9 “News Radio 102.9”, KOKY 102.1 “The Legendary KOKY”, KPZK 102.5 “Praise”, KARN-AM 920 “The Sports Animal” and KAAY-AM 1090 “The Mighty 1090.” Cumulus Media | (Little Rock, AR) has an immediate opening for an Account Executive . As an Account Executive, you will successfully manage relationships with dozens of local and regional businesses, protects and grows the revenue base. You'll identify and create new business opportunities with existing and new clients; provide marketing solutions to help customers achieve their business goals; and strategically plan and implement initiatives to meet personal, company and corporate directives, recognizes that achieving budgeted revenue targets is the minimum expectation of performance. The right individual will invest in personal professional development, understanding technology, marketing and the full suite of company products and services. Responsibilities Able to create and identify client business needs by gaining a deep understanding of their goals, objectives and processes as well as their external environment including key market and consumer trends to proactively develop customized marketing solutions to meet client objectives Deliver and develop effective and informed marketing solutions via multi-platform, integrated sales presentations identifying Cumulus broadcast, digital, and event tactics to foster brand loyalty and deliver results for the client Ability to negotiate and close business that drives revenue results and fosters long term client relationships, regardless of medium or platform Commitment to having a proficient understanding of the Cumulus Media assets and resources and a desire to constantly learn and grow your product knowledge thus staying relevant and current with industry advertising opportunities for your clients Represent the full suite of products and services as marketing solutions to new and existing clientele. This includes station digital assets, internet-based marketing, social media, streaming, events and specialized programming Ability to appropriately manage time to optimize revenue opportunities, client interaction, implementation and fulfillment of successful sales agreements. Individual must be able to assist in the development of creative messaging, regardless of platform Excel at prospecting and aggressively seeking new clientele by networking, cold calling, canvassing, referrals or other means to maintain a full pipeline of sales prospects at all times Follow all station and corporate procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting regular reports regarding sales, pipeline lists, forecasts and competitive analysis Collaborate, create, and capitalize on opportunities to best represent our brand while working to help your clients achieve success Qualifications 2+ years in Media Sales background preferred (not required) Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or related field is preferred (not required) Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, social networking platforms and CRM tools Passion for developing new business relationships in an outside sales role Enjoy presenting to clients of sales opportunities and post-sale successes Strong understanding of lead generation and ability to connect with viable prospects Comprehension of sales metrics in order to fill a sales funnel and maintain a constant pipeline of new business Self-motivating and entrepreneurial spirit Positive and friendly with a willingness to collaborate High energy and passion for sales Flexible, creative and curious Digitally savvy What We Offer Competitive pay Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions 401K with company match to plan for the long-term Paid Vacation & Holidays Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program #J-18808-Ljbffr