Account Executive, Advertising

We’re hiring an Account Executive, Advertising, on behalf of a fast-growing, trusted local media company with a strong presence across Texas and the Southwest. This person will manage an assigned territory in Plano, TX, selling integrated advertising campaigns across print and digital platforms. You’ll join a collaborative team and help local businesses grow through tailored marketing solutions.

Account Executive, Advertising Benefits:

• Compensation: $40,000 base salary ($60,000+ target OTE) with uncapped commission
• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission
• Company-sponsored health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
• Assigned, established sales territory

Account Executive, Advertising Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in traditional media advertising sales (print, digital, radio, TV, or out-of-home)
• Proven ability to sell to small and medium-sized businesses
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
• Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable being coached and applying feedback to grow professionally
• Ability to quickly build rapport and communicate the value of integrated marketing solutions

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow a defined book of business within a local sales territory
• Prospect and develop new business opportunities through consistent outbound sales activity
• Sell multimedia advertising solutions (print + digital) tailored to client needs
• Leverage a robust digital sales platform and CRM system
• Build long-term relationships with clients and deliver consistent value
• Collaborate with internal production teams to execute client campaigns
• Identify and capitalize on new revenue opportunities within both existing and prospective accounts

IN-OFFICE ROLE: Candidates must be familiar with the Plano / Dallas-Fort Worth market and able to commute to the office daily. This is not a hybrid or remote position.