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Account Executive

Connoisseur Media
Gurnee, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/10/2026
Discover Your Talent at Connoisseur Media in Chicago North, Illinois!
Come work with us! We have an immediate opening for an Account Executive selling our effective marketing solutions—including radio, event, and digital products and services—to small and regional businesses and advertising agencies to help clients grow. The ideal candidate has strong communication, presentation, and time-management skills, is outgoing and gregarious, and can sell to anyone! You will be dedicated to building and maintaining strong client relationships and representing the Company and our digital arm, Connrex Digital, in the marketplace.
To be successful in this role, you must be highly motivated, have previous sales experience, be goal-oriented, and demonstrate the ability to hold consultative conversations to generate and drive sales for our Chicago North cluster that includes WIIL, WKRS, WLIP, WXLC and WZSR as well as our digital company, Connrex Digital. We offer a fun and casual culture!
Responsibilities for this position may include:
  • Excellent cold-calling and networking capabilities to secure appointments.
  • Outgoing and persistent in contacting business decision-makers and focused on meeting the needs and goals of their client.
  • Experience and background in B2B Sales and Marketing.
  • Goal-oriented to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals.
  • Experience in a client-facing customer service role; excels in providing excellent customer service.
  • Prepares and delivers effective sales presentations.
Requirements of this position include the following:
  • A minimum of two years of sales experience.
  • A proven track record of delivering strong and consistent sales growth while consistently exceeding revenue goals.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, rapidly changing culture and environment.
  • This position requires a fully insured personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
  • Discover Your Passion.
Preference may be given to candidates who have the above experience plus the following:
  • Experience in building strategic presentations and dynamically presenting them to clients.
  • Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google programs.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
  • Prior industry experience.
  • Experience in sales of digital sales.
Compensation: Monthly Guarantee $3,000 to $5,000
Benefits:
Connoisseur invests in people who invest in themselves and offers employees a competitive package of health and welfare benefits.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision. Supplement Life Insurance, AD amp;D Coverage, STD, and LTD coverage.
  • Paid Time Off: 17 PTO days and 10 company holidays.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan: Employer matching to support your future financial goals.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Free support services for yo

Salary : $3,000 - $5,000

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