FOX2 Detroit is a leader in digital video content, offering cutting-edge streaming solutions through our FLX platform. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Account Executive to join our team and drive digital video revenue growth.

Position Overview:

The Account Executive will play a crucial role in generating, retaining, and expanding digital video revenue for our FLX streaming platform. This position requires a proactive individual with a strong background in digital sales and marketing, who can effectively engage new advertisers and maintain robust client relationships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the General Sales Manager and Regional Digital Sales Manager to meet budgeted revenue
goals.
• Identify and research potential accounts to source new sales opportunities.
• Maintain a strong sales pipeline of qualified clients for FLX.|
• Present FLX to clients and prospects, ensuring a consistent market presence.|
• Stay informed on competitive offerings and industry trends.
• Serve as a digital consultant to agencies and direct clients.
• Steward client campaigns, develop impactful campaign recaps, and provide optimization recommendations.
• Foster positive working relationships with the Insights, Ad-Ops, Creative Services, support staff, and finance teams.
• Ability to travel within assigned territory: State of Michigan/State of Ohio/Toronto, CA

Requirements:

• Ability to travel within the assigned territory: Michigan, Ohio, Toronto, CA.
• Proven digital sales or marketing experience with a self-motivated drive to succeed.
• Strong organizational skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort in a metrics and results-driven sales culture, with strong presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Wide Orbit Traffic is a plus.
• Preferred experience in Digital Video Advertising, Digital Agency, or Digital Publisher roles.
• Established streaming relationships and ability to make an immediate impact.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and passport required.

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of successful experience in the digital media industry, with a focus on Digital Video Advertising, Digital Agency, or Digital Publisher roles.
• Broadcast and digital sales experience preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Existing relationships with senior-level client and/or agency decision-makers.
• Digital Agency relationships.
• Knowledge of political and Tier 2 & 3 automotive categories.

Job-Related Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Positive attitude and commitment to excellence.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Initiative and teamwork-oriented mindset.
• Integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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Equal Opportunity Employer