Account Executive, Axios Local - Remote

Overview

Axios is a media company dedicated to providing trustworthy, award-winning news content in an audience-first format. We are hiring an Account Executive to join our growing advertising team on the west coast!

In Short

• Work with new and existing partners to grow revenue.
• Act as a brand ambassador for Axios Local markets.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with local agencies.
• 3+ years’ experience in sales, specifically in digital media.
• Strong track record in growing existing business and developing new clients.
• Familiarity with local/regional advertisers and agencies.
• Comfortable with outbound sales and nurturing inbound leads.
• Knowledge of digital media and online marketing technology.
• Willingness to travel and attend social events.
• Positive mentality and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in sales, specifically in the digital media/news industry.
• Strong track record in growing existing book of business.
• Relationships with local/regional advertisers and agencies.
• Comfortable with outbound sales strategy.
• Knowledge of digital media and online marketing technology.
• Highly collaborative with strong relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel and attend social events.
• Aggressive and positive mentality.
• Ability to overcome hurdles and solve problems.
• Good human being.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health insurance options.
• Employer HSA contribution.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 12-week paid leave for primary caregivers.
• Generous vacation policy.
• Mental health day per quarter.
• Annual learning and development stipend.
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend.
• Inclusive fertility and family forming benefits.