Account Executive, Political

Job Description

Are you looking for a career that is fast-paced and where every day is different? The E.W. Scripps is a premier media organization headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio with a political office in Washington DC. This DC office has a great opportunity for a Political Account Executive (AE). This is a flex AE role covering both political and automation . This AE is responsible for selling commercial airtime and digital space to candidate and advocacy accounts during the upcoming election.

We'll give you the tools you need not only to compete, but to excel, through professional development opportunities like our coveted sales training program. You'll enjoy the advantage of Scripps' high- quality news product and the support of an expert team of leaders to help you reach your goals and enjoy uncapped earning potential through our competitive sales compensation plan.

Scripps offers different types of flex work arrangements (hybrid, remote, etc.) for many positions. Please ask your recruiter for more information.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:
• Sell commercial airtime and digital space to direct accounts and advertising agencies specializing in but not limited to political and advocacy advertising.
• Develop new business by prospecting accounts originating in the Washington DC sales territory and placing on Scripp's properties around the country.
• Execute FCC rules and regulations surrounding political broadcast advertising.
• Negotiate advertising rates and program ratings with new and existing accounts to maximize share of revenue.
• Prepare and present marketing proposals utilizing qualitative and quantitative research.
• Perform client services, including but not limited to avail presentations, account management reconciliation, credit and collections, package preparations.
• Perform other duties as needed or as directed by sales management.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• BS/BA in related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 - 5 years of successful sales experience in related field.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Demonstrated excellent communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced sales environment.
• Ability to quickly develop trusted relationships with clients and deliver world-class customer service.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, Power Point, and Access.
• Experience working with Wide Orbit is a plus.

WHAT WE'LL OFFER:
• Extensive Scripps Sales Process training.
• A career path to grow your professional experiences.
• Uncapped sales commission.
• Full benefits; medical, dental and vision.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gw3k2k-3-19-27-178-42 in your application.