Acadiana Broadcasting Group – Lafayette, LA is seeking a self-motivated, results-oriented Account Executive with the abilities needed to build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, with outside and/or B to B sales experience, and the ability to develop marketing strategies for current and potential radio and digital advertisers.
Acadiana Broadcasting Group is a locally owned South Louisiana company. We are community involved and believe that radio is an important thread in the fabric of Acadiana. Our digital and on-air products offer local, regional and national advertisers creative and affordable options to reach current and potential customers.
Responsibilities for this position may include:
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Sell radio and digital advertising.
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Prospect for new radio and digital advertisers and successfully convert these clients to new advertisers.
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Understanding digital advertising.
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Participate in weekly sales meetings.
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Working with local advertisers and agency business.
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Learning to use industry software.
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Writing successful radio ads.
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Consistently reach required monthly budget goals.
The right candidate will have:
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Outside Sales experience. Two years of media sales or broadcast experience is preferred.
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A proven track record of surpassing sales objectives.
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Strong written and oral communication skills.
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Ability to adapt to changes in the industry.
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The role requires an enthusiastic and hardworking person with an understanding of and appreciation for our radio stations.
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This position requires a fully insured personal vehicle and valid driver’s license.
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Preference may be given to candidates who have the above experience plus the following:
An associate’s or bachelor’s degree
Experience with Adobe, Power Point and other programs and systems.
Resumes to: careers@acadianabroadcastinggroup.com no calls please
Acadiana Broadcasting Group is an equal opportunity employer.
