WGN Radio

MultimediaAccountExecutive

$50–85k Chicago, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Multimedia Account Executive at WGN Radio. Skills: Advertising revenue generation, Client acquisition, Media strategy. Generate advertising revenue. Call on established agencies”

What You'll Achieve.

Consistently exceed revenue goals

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Solve problems

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to travel locally

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, Valid Driver's License, Clean driving record

Nice to Have

Digital Media Expertise, SEM experience, CTV experience, Native advertising experience, Social media campaigns experience, Experience with Wide Orbit Traffic, Knowledge with Nielsen, Knowledge with Scarborough

What You'll Do.

Generate advertising revenue

Call on established agencies

Cold-call new prospects

Convince clients of merits

Drive growth within local market

Proactively seek new business

Identify client needs

Deliver strategic advertising solutions

Build relationships with clients

Build relationships with agencies

Ensure sustained client relationships

Ensure business growth

Partner with internal teams

Create integrated advertising campaigns

Create customized advertising campaigns

Provide account management

Leverage strategic growth initiatives

Provide performance insights

Offer media strategy guidance

Understand competitors

Obtain customers by cold calling

Obtain customers by networking

Obtain customers by prospecting

Obtain customers by negotiations

Collaborate with teammates

Utilize all resources

Juggle multiple tasks

Work on multiple projects

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate within team; Work cross-functionally; Collaborate with teammates; Collaborative campaign development

Communication Scope

Presentation Skills; Sales presentations

Full Job Description

WGN Radio is looking to hire a full-time _Multimedia Account Executive_. We offer a competitive salary, attractive benefits, top-tier training, and an exhilarating work environment. The _Multimedia Account Executive_ generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies and businesses, cold-calling new prospects, and convincing potential clients of the merits of digital, audio, and video advertising. Pay Range: $50,000.00-85,000.00 annualized with commissions—commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level with bonus potential. Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes but not limited to medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more. _**Additional Details:**_ * New Business Development: Drive growth within the local market by proactively seeking new business opportunities. Identify client needs and deliver strategic advertising solutions across multiple platforms. Build relationships with prospective clients and agencies. * End-to-End Sales Process Ownership: Lead the sales cycle from prospecting and proposal development to closing and post-sale follow-up, ensuring sustained client relationships and business growth. * Collaborative Campaign Development: Partner with clients and internal teams to create integrated, customized advertising campaigns that span audio, digital, and other media channels. * Achieve Sales Targets: Consistently exceed revenue goals on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis by providing excellent account management and leveraging strategic growth initiatives. * Client Relationship Management: Regularly engage with clients to review goals, provide performance insights, and offer media strategy guidance that aligns with their business objectives. * Understand competitors, continued education and awareness of digital media trends. * Ability to obtain customers by cold calling, networking,

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