Advertising Account Executive II (Cox Media)

Bring yourambition to Cox Media as an Advertising Account Executive, whereyou will sell the most innovative Digital Media and TV advertisingsolutions in the marketplace. • To demonstrate the value we place in our employees,Cox offers: • Competitive base with uncapped earning potential! Responsibilities: • Engage withnew and existing clients to understand business objectives andcreate marketing campaigns to drive results through effectivetelevision and digital advertising solutions •Generate new business leads by prospecting and making cold calls toachieve and exceed sales goals • Sell digitaladvertising and marketing solutions customized to each client'sneeds, from the Cox Media product suite that includes on-aircommercials, online video, social media placements and mobilemarketing solutions • Understand prospect'sorganization and build relationships focusing on keydecision-makers • Create and present customizedsales presentations/proposals and successfully closenegotiations • Participate in budgeting andforecasting individual revenue achievement •Increase knowledge of sales and product offerings through providedon-going training • Attend trade shows, industryevents and represent Cox Media in the local business community tobuild awareness Qualifications: Minimum: • 2+ years of sales or marketing experience and/or 2+ years ofdigital advertising/acumen • Proven ability todevelop new business and achieve individual salesgoals • Proficient use of Microsoft Office(Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) • Motivatedteam player who consistently strives to exceed goals and pushrevenue expectations • Valid driving license,good driving record and reliabletransportation • Ability to multitask, managemultiple assignments and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced,deadline-driven, team-orientedenvironment Preferred: • BS/BA degree in related discipline strongly desired (business,advertising, digital media or marketing) • Solidunderstanding of marketing principals and applications inbusiness • Interactive Advertising BureauCertification and/or Google Ad Words Certified a plus; SEM, SEO,Display, OTT knowledge a plus. Our benefits and our award-winning culture are just twoof the things that make Cox a coveted place to work. If you'reinterested in bringing people closer through broadband, smart hometech and more, join Cox Communicationstoday!