Advance Local · 1 week ago
Account Executive - Travel and Tourism
Portland, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$55K/yr - $70K/yr
2+ years expAdvance Local is a leading privately-owned media company specializing in digital media solutions. The Account Executive will act as a Strategic Advertising Consultant for Travel & Tourism clients, focusing on new business development and account management to help clients achieve their marketing goals.
AdvertisingCRMInformation ServicesManufacturingMarketingNews
Responsibilities
Act as a Strategic Advertising Consultant for Travel & Tourism Clients, backed by a Leading-Edge Digital Media Organization
Build your sales funnel and work to close business at a high velocity
Oversee all aspects of selling and managing your accounts including outreach, pitching, building campaigns, collecting and uploading creative, reporting and more
Qualification
Required
A track record of success in consultative, solution-oriented sales, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit
Minimum of two years sales experience
Experience selling digital media advertising is strongly preferred; at a minimum, you will need enthusiasm for digital advertising and the ability to learn quickly
As you grow your business, account management will be essential to the role
Travel industry experience is a plus, but you should at least have a general understanding of what motivates people to travel
Comprehensive knowledge of needs-based selling
Proven success at increasing sales in a competitive marketplace
CRM sales management software experience with a leading platform, preferably salesforce.com
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
This job requires reliable transportation to meet with clients
Strong self-motivation and the ability to achieve goals independently
Exceptional relationship-building skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation abilities, including active listening skills
A strong team-player approach
Solid organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task, handle pressure and work under deadlines
Preferred
Experience selling digital media advertising
Benefits
Competitive Base + Uncapped commission
Quarterly Incentives and Bonuses
Full Health/Dental/Vision Benefits Offered
Generous PTO including Volunteer Days and Summer Fridays
401K with Employer Match
Company
Advance Local
Advance Local Media is one of the largest media groups in the United States, which operates the leading news and information companies in more than 20 cities, reaching 52+ million people monthly with our quality, real-time journalism and community engagement.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Caroline Harrison
Chief Executive Officer
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Mark DeTroia
CIO (Advance Local, Inc)
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