Account Executive

Role Overview

Hearst Connecticut Media Group is seeking a digitally savvy Account Executive to join their advertising team. The role involves developing and managing a sales pipeline, building new business relationships, and promoting compelling solutions to local advertisers in the Connecticut area.

What You Will Do

The Account Executive will drive success with innovative tools, lead generation, product expertise, executing sales tactics, advertising solutions, client solutions, and forecasting.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will be purposeful, adaptable, driven, a communicator, and trend-savvy, with a goal-oriented mindset, competitive drive, and strong business and financial acumen.

Requirements

• 2+ years of business-to-business outside sales in advertising or media
• proven success in new business acquisition and exceeding revenue goals
• superior presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills
• technically savvy with experience in Salesforce, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Competitive retirement plan with matching program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Emotional Wellbeing benefits
• LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services
• Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support
• Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits