Account Executive
Tastemade
Chicago, ILThis was removed by the employer on 10/28/2019 6:14:00 PM PST
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Account Executive (Mid-West)
We're currently seeking an Account Executive who will bring existing client/agency relationships as well as cultivate new ones, all with the goal of utilizing a consumer-first approach to helping our partners solve their marketing objectives through world-class Strategy; Creative; Production, Distribution and Service
We're currently seeking an Account Executive who will bring existing client/agency relationships as well as cultivate new ones, all with the goal of utilizing a consumer-first approach to helping our partners solve their marketing objectives through world-class Strategy; Creative; Production, Distribution and Service
Who you are:
• Personable. You relate well and easily with people. You're an active and empathic listener, able to bring people together with a common goal and focus.
• Driven. You're driven to understand the client's perspective and have a proven track record of developing significant strategic advertising partnerships.
• Experienced. You have built and sold multi-faceted partnerships rooted in digital-first video and distributed across all major digital/social platforms.
• Trustworthy. You're always operating from the highest levels of integrity, capable of maintaining confidentiality and conducting business with the highest ethical standards.
What you'll do:
• Meet with planning, buying, strategy, creative, PR, research, etc. teams at both the Client and Agencies
• Create and maintain relationships with decision makers at all levels of agencies and brands within the territory
• Generate RFP & Proactive partnership opportunities across our myriad distribution channels.
• Evangelize the value of a consumer-first approach to marketing via custom content, organic distribution from a consumer-facing brand, digital media, OTT, etc.
• Co-create and pitch proposals
• Facilitate campaign execution process including generating IO's, leading kickoff calls, attending on-location shoots, and providing general client support from beginning to end of each campaign
What you'll bring:
• Minimum 5 years experience in digital media with 1-2 years in a Sales Role
• Established track record of closing business and generating revenue
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Thorough understanding of the digital video marketplace & all distribution platforms
• Excellent oral communication skills and ability to pitch complex integrated video advertising solutions to top decision makers
• Client-side and agency relationships
• Self-motivated
• Hard work, persistence and hustle
• Strategic closer
• Detail-oriented
• Willingness to adapt within an ever-changing industry and business
Perks:
• Competitive salary
• Stock options
• Flexible vacation days and 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life EAP and 401K benefits
• Apple iMac, MacBook or equivalent hardware
• Colleagues who are fellow food & travel lovers!