Advertising Sales Local Account Executive

Introducing Optimum Media. Driven by the power of Optimum, Optimum Media is our innovative multiscreen advertising sales and media consultancy business servicing small to medium business as well as national, political, media & entertainment and agency clients across the United States.
Our team is comprised of Sales Executives, Software Engineers, Data Analysts, Ad Operations, Marketing Professionals, Product Managers and more.
If you are tech-savvy, data-driven, client focused, and solutions oriented this brand is for you!
Job Summary
Are you fearless, energetic, outgoing and self-motivated? Are you looking for a new challenge with uncapped earning potential? Do you learn quickly and enjoy new technology? Then we want to talk to you!
Responsibilities
Using a consultative approach, you'll meet with local businesses key decision makers, determine their needs and develop advertising solutions using our ever-evolving suite of media and online solutions to fulfill those needs. You'll manage all aspects of your clients' accounts - from proposal to production to campaign activation and collections. You must be highly motivated; customer focused and be an independent thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
We offer:

• Generous base + commission.
• Multiple bonus opportunities available which could increase earning potential, both quarterly and annually.
• Generous T&E reimbursement for most of out of pocket business related expenses including phone and mileage.
• Full-time in work office location not required. Partial work for home/in - office balance.
• First in class sales support team to assist with AE's with all back office operations.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical + PTO.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred
• 2+ years of successful media sales or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain a strong sales funnel
• Proven track record of closing sales
• Strong prospecting and cold calling skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Intermediate computer proficiency, particularly in PowerPoint, Outlook, Word and Excel
• Achieving and consistently exceeding monthly sales goals
• Time and process management skills with the ability to work independently
• Valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record within Company required standards, and auto insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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This position is identified as being performed in/or reporting to company operations in New York State. Salary ranges are supplied in compliance with New York State law. Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $30,000.00 - $30,000.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.
Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport
Nearest Secondary Market: Danbury