Account Executive in Fort Smith, AR at Cumulus Media

CUMULUS MEDIA | FORT SMITH is seeking a talented and dynamic Account Executive who thrives in a fast-paced working environment.  We are looking for a passionate, motivated, goal-oriented and highly competitive individual with a proven track record of over-achieving sales goals.  We hire driven, resourceful, organized, customer-focused problem solvers who have great communication skills and the ability to cultivate client relationships. In return, we offer a unique career opportunity:  one where you are given a challenging mission, world-class tools to help you succeed, and the chance to realize your full potential as a sale’s professional. 

CUMULUS | FORT SMITH, AR currently features 3 stations in the River Valley and surrounding counties.  Our stations include:  100.7 KNSH Country, 102.7 KBBQ CHR, and KOMS 107.3 Classic Country.  The cluster of 3 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.   

The Account Executive identifies and develops new business opportunities; grows existing client relationships; offers solutions that help clients achieve their business goals; closes business and meets or exceeds set sales targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Able to identify client business needs by gaining a deep understanding of their goals, objectives and processes as well as their external environment including key market and consumer trends to proactively develop customized advertising solutions to meet client objectives
• Deliver effective multi-platform, integrated sales presentations (broadcast, digital, events); negotiation and closing
• Beyond our broadcast products, have strong familiarity and become full-versed in selling both Cumulus’ station digital assets (e.g. streaming, stations website and social advertising) and digital audience extension products to deliver a complete marketing solution to advertisers
• Excel at prospecting and aggressively seeking new clientele by networking, cold calling, canvassing, referrals or other means to build and maintain a full pipeline of sales prospects

• Follow all station and corporate procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting regular reports regarding sales, pipeline lists, forecasts and competitive analysis

• Stay abreast of the competitive landscape and emerging technologies to best position Cumulus in the marketplace
• Think creatively and generate original ideas