Political Account Executive

Choozle is looking for a Political Account Executive, to assist 2024 down ballot candidates, policy proposals, and the Political Action Committees that back them. This position will switch to yearly State Primaries and regular Account Executive scope after 2024. Politics will be the primary focus, with a return to several verticals at the end of the season. . The ideal candidate will have a positive and coachable attitude, an excitement to meet new people, drive to prospect and set meetings, and a history of hitting sales goals. As a Political Account Executive with our team, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our political initiatives and client engagements. In this role you will be responsible for managing and fostering relationships with key political stakeholders, including government officials, political organizations, advocacy groups and their agencies. Candidates should have experience in digital media and advertising but mandatory in politics and/or public affairs and have relationships with these stakeholders. 

SALARY $70,000-$100,000 (50/50 Base to Commission Split) This range combines Account Executive and Sr. Account Executive salary. Choozle will also consider contract candidates for this position at negotiated rates.

LOCATION Must be located and authorized to work in the US. We do not currently offer sponsorships. If located in Denver, CO will be a hybrid schedule

WHO WE ARE 

Our Choozle vision is to make Choozle an amazing place to work that exceeds our clients and partners expectations through the application and support of our continuously innovating digital advertising platform. Our culture and our company wins when each individual truly cares about their work and their team. What is Choozle?

WHO YOU ARE

• In depth knowledge of the political landscape, including legislative processes, policy development, and campaign strategies
• Proven track record of successfully managing and executing complex political campaigns and initiatives
• Possess a passion for, and demonstrated success not only for selling but also for the sales process from prospecting and negotiating to closing new clients and bringing in new revenue
• Proven experience in sales and/or account management roles within the digital advertising ecosystem
• Ability to strategically build out new markets and prioritize high value opportunities that will have the greatest revenue impact
• Strong desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment while demonstrating ability to work autonomously in a hybrid work environment.
• Solid organizational, communication, and presentation skills 
• Expert negotiator and adept at overcoming objections
• Desire to be a visible and valuable team member and take pride in anticipating and meeting the needs of clients
• Experience selling digital advertising products to national and regionally focused prospect accounts
• Provides stellar customer service, in response times, accuracy, deliverables, building deep relations and consistently wowing the clients.

WHAT YOU’LL DO IN YOUR CHOOZLE POSITION

• Create and implement comprehensive political campaign strategies, including messaging and outreach
• Monitor and analyze political trends, legislations, and policy development to provide timely insights and recommendations to clients. 
• Prepare and deliver persuasive presentations to clients and key stakeholders 
• Manage the entire sales cycle; from prospecting new clients and selling programmatic digital advertising products to closing new business in your assigned region
• Produce and execute on quarterly market strategy plans to ensure all revenue and activity goals are achieved throughout the year 
• Create effective outreach strategy in order to meet and exceed activity and revenue goals
• Present to a variety of key decision makers of various levels both at agencies and brands, from media planners to VPs and C-level executives
• Utilize Sales tools to track and manage your business including or similar to: Salesforce, Outreach, ZoomInfo, MediaRadar, LinkedIn Sales Navigator and others 

IN ADDITION TO SALARY, CHOOZLE OFFERS:

• Company Equity
• $100 Monthly Wellness Stipend
• $100 Work From Home Stipend
• Public Transportation Stipend
• Self-Managed Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Work Flexibility-Hybrid
• 401k Contribution/Match (3%) 
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonus
• Medical HSA Employer Paid At 100%
• Employer contributions into HSA account
• Medical PPO & Dental Employer Paid At 90%
• Employer Covers Up To 50k Of Life Insurance
• Upgraded Options, & Voluntary Additional Life Plans Available. 
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability Provided. 
• Employer Provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• 70% Of Dependent Premiums Covered. 
• 3 days of paid volunteering 
• Paid leave for miscarriage and/or abortion
• Work-Life Balance

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Resume Review
• People Operations- Virtual Screen
• Manager Interview- In person if located in Denver, CO
• SVP Interview- Virtual
• Team Interview w/ Activity- Virtual
• Deliberation/Contingent Offer
• Background Check
• Official offer

This posting will remain open until we have filled the position. 

Choozle is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. Choozle is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Choozle will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]

OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle or feel controls. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. 

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS A criminal background check is required for any applicant receiving a conditional offer of employment. Background checks serve as an important part of the selection process at Choozle. This type of information is collected as a means of promoting a safe work environment for current and future Choozle employees. Background checks also help Choozle obtain additional applicant related information that helps determine the applicant's overall employability, ensuring the protection of the current people, property, and information of the organization. All offers of employment are contingent on verification of applicants’ right to work in the United States. Choozle complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, every new employee is required to complete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and show documents that prove identity and employment eligibility. Choozle participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with employee form I-9 information to confirm work authorization.

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