Hearst Bay Area · 22 hours ago
Strategic Account Executive
Hearst Bay Area is Northern California’s largest news media and services group, a division of Hearst Newspapers. They are seeking a Strategic Account Executive to lead sales efforts for their digital products, focusing on large regional and national accounts while driving independent digital sales through prospecting.
Responsibilities
Prospect and penetrate larger business and their agencies to drive digital avenues and revenues and YoY growth
Create persuasive sales presentations using MS PowerPoint and Excel detailing market trends, case studies and SFGATE ad products and solutions
Analyze campaign performance statistics and recommend optimized media solutions
Qualification
Required
A minimum of five years of media sales experience, with a focus on digital
A consultative sales professional who can produce in a dynamic, highly visible environment
Consistent top-performing digital sales record
Ability to thrive in a collaborative and team environment
Understands and follows digital trends in media
Demonstrate the ability to grow market share using digital solutions, forecasting and new customers
Can effectively connect digital content opportunities to client's needs and initiatives
Ability to understand the needs of clients and the value proposition
Results-orientated, accountable, strong work ethic, team player
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong MS Office skills
Ability to travel
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required