Account Executive- Baton Rouge (Job ID 1609)

Job Title: Marketing Account Executive Join Our Talent Community Position Overview Georges Media Group is seeking a highly motivated Marketing Account Executive within our Baton Rouge area advertising sales team to drive growth through new client acquisition and account growth. The Account Executive will be able to sell Georges Media Group’s full suite of print publications, digital marketing tactics, digital out-of-home, and event sponsorships. Key Responsibilities New Business Acquisition: Proactively identify, prospect, and secure new advertising clients through strategic outreach, networking, and market research.Consultative Selling: Discover client objectives and develop customized advertising solutions using our full suite of print and digital offerings.Multi-Platform Expertise: Present and sell cross-platform campaigns including print, SEM, SEO, social media, OTT/CTV, targeted display, Amazon advertising solutions, and more.Digital Leadership: Stay current on emerging media trends and confidently position digital-first and integrated strategies to new advertisers.Competitive Conquesting: Successfully convert advertising dollars from competitive media by articulating the value, reach, and ROI of The Advocate’s solutions.Relationship Development: Build strong, long-term partnerships with new clients by delivering results, insight, and exceptional service.Reporting & Forecasting: Maintain accurate sales pipelines, forecasts, and activity reporting while providing insight into market trends and competitive activity.Continuous Improvement: Participate in ongoing training, workshops, and industry events to sharpen sales skills and stay ahead of evolving advertising solutio Qualifications 1-2 years of sales, marketing, or business development experience required.Strong understanding of today’s marketing/advertising ecosystem, including both traditional and digital media.Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.Highly self-motivated with the ability to manage time, prioritize effectively, and work independently.Experience selling digital marketing strategies, including SEM, SEO, social media, OTT/CTV, or programmatic advertising is preferred. Represent Louisiana’s largest locally-owned media brand.Focus exclusively on new business development with strong internal support.Sell a robust portfolio of solutions that span print, digital, and emerging platforms.Access ongoing training, professional development, and long-term career growth opportunities.