Account Executive
Job Details
Remote Type
Optional Work from Home
Position Type
Full Time
Description
Account Executive – Local Media Outdoor Advertising
Location: Remote for North Carolina residents (must reside in NC)
Office: Wilmington, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Compensation: Base salary with commission, total earning potential between $50K to $100K per year with growth opportunity
Reimbursements: Mileage and phone
About Us
Join a small but mighty team backed by experienced leadership. We specialize in both static and digital outdoor advertising, offering businesses high-visibility solutions. With minimal travel and no overnight trips, this role delivers a great work-life balance.
What You’ll Do
As an Account Executive, you will:
- Serve as the main point of contact for clients and understand their marketing goals, budgets, and timelines
- Generate new business through prospecting, cold calling, networking, and following up on leads
- Prepare and present advertising proposals using a mix of static and digital outdoor products
- Negotiate pricing and contracts to create win-win partnerships
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of advertising campaigns
- Track campaign performance, deliver proof of placement, and manage client expectations
- Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling
Who You Are
Required Skills and Experience
- 3 or more years of B2B sales experience, ideally in advertising or media
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with confidence presenting to decision-makers
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to negotiate effectively and meet or exceed sales targets
- Self-motivated, persistent, and able to manage your schedule independently
Preferred but Not Required
- Experience in outdoor or out-of-home advertising
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
- Familiarity with CRM systems and basic reporting tools
Personal Attributes
- Energetic, creative problem-solver with a desire to keep learning
- Relationship-driven with a focus on building long-term client partnerships
- Calm and proactive under deadlines or client pressure
- Team player with a professional and positive attitude
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission with total earnings between $50K and $100K
- Reimbursement for mileage and phone
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, and PTO
- Consistent 40-hour work week with limited to no overnight travel
- Supportive team environment with experienced and approachable leadership
- Opportunity for long-term career growth and leadership development
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We value integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Our Account Executives are empowered to work independently while supported by a team that genuinely wants to see you succeed. If you’re looking to make an impact and build strong client relationships in a growing company, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and tell us why you’re excited about a future in outdoor advertising. Send resumes to tharkins@localmediaoutdoor.com. Calls also welcome 229-412-2345.
