Account Executive - Advertising jobs in Jackson, TN

Account Executive - Advertising maintains relationships and favorable contacts with current and potential advertising accounts. Targets potential advertising clients and develops relationships in order to acquire new advertising accounts. Being an Account Executive - Advertising may be responsible for selling ad programs in digital formats including banners/buttons, rich media, and interactive ad products. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Account Executive - Advertising typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Account Executive - Advertising gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be an Account Executive - Advertising typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Sales Account Executive
  • Lamar Advertising Company
  • JONESBORO, AR FULL_TIME
  • Are you in search of a workplace that thrives on community connections through advertising? If so, we’d love to have you join our sales team! We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale - big or small. Our Lamar office in Jonesboro, Arkansas is now hiring a new Account Executive (salary commission) to help us bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Jonesboro, AR and the surrounding areas.

    The purpose of the Sales Account Executive is to meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by promoting and selling outdoor advertising to qualified advertisers. An Account Executive (AE) is expected to use professional sales techniques and develop long-term advertising relationships that grow Lamar advertising sales.

    Want to hear more about Lamar? Check out these videos:

    • About Us
    • Our Relationships
    • Giving Back Program

    What’s in it for you?

    • A Monday-Friday schedule with paid holidays
    • First-year earning potential of $50,000 - $70,000 / year, dependent on experience and selling ability
    • No commission cap, so earning potential is unlimited as you grow your book of business!
    • Monthly auto and cell allowances for work-related expenses

    What can you expect from us?

    • Comprehensive training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School
    • Multiple medical plan options
    • Dental and vision insurance
    • 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
    • 12 paid company holidays including Presidents Day and Juneteenth
    • Paid parental leave
    • 401(k) plan with company contributions for participation
    • Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions
    • Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
    • Advancement opportunities, as our goal is to promote all Sales Managers from within!

    What we’re looking for in YOU:

    • Comfort making cold calls over the phone and in-person
    • Ability to make oral presentations and clearly articulate policies and procedures
    • Align with our values of inclusivity and effectively communicate with people of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds
    • Motivation to learn new technology and systems
    • Ability to exhibit effective time management and self-organization
    • Willingness to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry with the intent of selling its benefits to businesses and customers
    • Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing
    • Ability to perform effectively under fluctuating workloads
    • A knack for making connections and gaining the trust of others
    • Ability to meet a sales quota and utilize general sales techniques
    • Intrinsic self-motivation to overcome challenges and meet goals
    • Resilience in response to rejection

    Education and experience:

    • Current and Valid Driver’s License required
    • College Degree preferred
    • Previous Outdoor Advertising sales experience preferred
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
    • CRM experience preferred
    Please note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test! Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position. 
     
    Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email applicantassistance@lamar.com.
     
    A day in the life:
     

    On a regular basis, you will:

    • Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports
    • Target businesses in the assigned area and visit each established Lamar client as well as competitor's clients in a specified time frame
    • Exhibit working knowledge of local and national competition
    • Cluster accounts to work them efficiently 
    • Identify potential growth areas and open new accounts
    • Use Lamar computer tools to locate prospects & follow up on leads, as well as prepare proposals, written presentations, and research
    • Develop their presentation skills by utilizing computer tools, and present to clients on a regular basis
    • Develop new product knowledge and selling skills
    • Actively participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows
    • Perform administrative duties, such as:
      • Maintaining daily, weekly, and monthly sales plans a month in advance
      • Follow up on all client production orders and problem-solve any issues that may arise
      • Maintaining organized and up-to-date records of clients and sales activity

    Physical demands and work environment:

    • The work environment is a combination of an office environment and work in the field making sales calls and servicing existing accounts.
    • The physical demands for this position include light lifting, seeing (with a focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, talking, turning, and walking.
    • Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10%.

    Who we are:

    Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 351,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.

    We provide ad space through:

    • Billboards
    • Interstate logos
    • Handpainted murals
    • Transportation and airports
    • The largest network of digital billboards in the United States

    We live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.

    We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. We are actively working to reduce our annual greenhouse gas emissions and are projecting a 70% decrease by 2026 as a result of our efforts.

     

    Lamar is an EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans or any other State or Federally protected characteristic

    Disability Self-Identification: When applying for a job with Lamar, you will be asked to voluntarily self-identify whether you have a disability. Please take a moment to watch this video for clarification on why we're asking for this information!

    California Residents - Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants. This information may include, for example, name, address, phone number and other contact information, employment history and reference contact information, and any other information provided by an applicant to Lamar.  By submitting an application, you consent to the use or sharing of this personal information solely for the purpose of consideration for employment by Lamar.  Lamar will not sell this information.

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Account Coordinator (FT)
  • Good Advertising
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for a motivated professional to act as the "hub" of the agency. You will be responsible for maintaining the workflow of the agency, staying ahead of multiple deadlines, working closely ...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Account Specialist
  • Advertising Checking Bureau
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • The Account Specialist is responsible for providing outstanding customer service to clients by assisting the Supervisor and/or Key Personnel in executing, delegating and following up on work assignmen...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Executive Director, Advertising & Promotions Regulatory Affairs
  • Bausch Health
  • Jonesboro, AR FULL_TIME
  • Bausch Health is a global company that develops, manufactures, and markets a differentiated product portfolio across multiple high-growth therapeutic areas including Gastroenterology, Generics, Neurol...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Executive Director, Advertising & Promotions Regulatory Affairs
  • Bausch Health
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • Bausch Health is a global company that develops, manufactures, and markets a differentiated product portfolio across multiple high-growth therapeutic areas including Gastroenterology, Generics, Neurol...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Executive Director, Advertising & Promotions Regulatory Affairs
  • Bausch Health
  • Jackson, TN FULL_TIME
  • Bausch Health is a global company that develops, manufactures, and markets a differentiated product portfolio across multiple high-growth therapeutic areas including Gastroenterology, Generics, Neurol...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Executive Assistant
  • BlueOval SK
  • Stanton, TN
  • **Introduction to BlueOval SK** At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery bus...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Associate>
  • Rack Room Shoes
  • Jackson, TN
  • Rack Room Shoes - The Columns Of Jackson [Sales Associate / Team Member] As a Sales Associate at Rack Room Shoes, you'll...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Associate
  • Foot Locker Retail, Inc.
  • Jackson, TN
  • Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction by being knowledgeable on all products offered, and teaming up with co-wor...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part Time Sales Associate-1608
  • General Nutrition Centers
  • Jackson, TN
  • Company Description As the global leader in health and wellness innovation since 1935, GNC motivates people to reach the...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Associate
  • Foot Locker Inc.
  • Jackson, TN
  • Overview You are a natural at putting Customers at ease, and enjoy starting up natural, friendly conversations. It's jus...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Direct Support Professional / DSP / FT and PT Weekends Only
  • RHA Health Services
  • Jackson, TN
  • We are hiring for: Direct Support Professional / DSP / FT and PT Weekends Only Type: Regular If you are a positive and p...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Temporary Float Weekends Only / Direct Support Professional / Caregiver
  • RHA Health Services
  • Jackson, TN
  • We are hiring for: Temporary Float Weekends Only / Direct Support Professional / Caregiver Type: Temporary If you are a ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Business Planning Specialist
  • BlueOval SK
  • Stanton, TN
  • **Introduction to BlueOval SK** At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery bus...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Jackson is a city in and the county seat of Madison County, Tennessee. Located 70 miles (110 km) east of Memphis, it is a regional center of trade for West Tennessee. Its total population was 65,211 at the 2010 census and 67,265 in the 2012 Census estimate. Jackson is the primary city of the Jackson, Tennessee metropolitan area, which is included in the Jackson-Humboldt, Tennessee combined statistical area. Jackson is Madison County's largest city, and the second-largest city in West Tennessee next to Memphis. It is home to the Tennessee Supreme Court's courthouse for West Tennessee, as Jackso...
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Income Estimation for Account Executive - Advertising jobs
$98,407 to $140,934
Jackson, Tennessee area prices
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