Account Executive for Advertising

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sales Generation and Revenue Development

• Achieve and exceed sales targets for advertising, with the prospect of selling both print and digital products.
• Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts and thorough prospecting, upselling and cross-selling of advertising solutions.
• Support the preparation of customized advertising proposals, media kits and quotations for prospective clients.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations as part of a team or individually as assigned.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing and content producing teams for execution of client products, deliverables and campaigns.
• Participate in relevant industry events and network with potential partners to raise the brand’s profile and open new revenue channels.

1. Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring consistent and responsive service.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients and advertisers.
• Ensure exceptional client servicing and fulfillment of contractual obligations for advertising and content deliverables.

1. Cross-Platform Collaboration

• Work closely with the digital sales and product teams, to ensure a seamless customer experience across platforms.
• Promote sales packages that combine print placements with high-impact digital visibility.

1. Policy, Reporting and Compliance

• Maintain accurate and updated sales records, proposals and contracts using internal sales tools and systems.
• Prepare and submit accurate sales activity reports, client feedback and forecasts in a timely manner.
• Adhere to company pricing policies, advertising guidelines and industry regulations.

1. Performs other related tasks that may be assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Advertising, Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• At least 1-3 years of experience in advertising sales or account management (media industry preferred).

Competencies and Skills:

• Strong sales, presentations and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to meet targets.
• Excellent communication, social networking and interpersonal skills.
• Digital and technologically savvy.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple accounts and deadlines.
• Familiarity with advertising platforms, production workflows, and CRM tools.
• Knowledge of both print and digital media landscapes is a strong advantage.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team.