What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Account Manager – DC Metro position at Digital Video Group?
Full Time/Part Time: Full
Reports To: Sales Manager
Status: Non Exempt
Summary – Duties and Responsibilities:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Account Manager with primary emphasis on federal government business development. This role focuses on selling technical broadcast and AV solutions to federal, state, and local government agencies while also supporting education and commercial accounts. You will lead pursuit efforts for government contracts and task orders, navigate procurement and compliance requirements, develop relationships with government stakeholders and prime contractors, and manage the full sales cycle from discovery through post-installation support.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify, research, target, and contact prospective customers across federal, state, and local government, education, and commercial markets:
- Lead pursuits for government contracts, task orders, and other procurement vehicles
- Understand and Abide by Federal FARS.
- Ensure that the Change Order Process for Federal Contracts is understood and followed.
- Ensure all certifications and Representatives for Prime Contractors are current and up to date.
- Ensure that GSA pricing is current.
- Ensure that TAA and 889 compliance regs are followed.
- Manage the full sales cycle: prospecting, quoting, negotiating, closing, and post-sale follow-up
- Maintain accurate CRM records and participate in bi-monthly sales calls and reporting
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and business unit leaders to design and deliver integrated solutions
- Determine customer workflow, budget, and installation timelines to align solutions and schedules
- Stay current on vendor products, industry trends, and competitive developments
- Recommend product and service adjustments based on customer needs and market insights
- Investigate and resolve customer issues professionally and promptly
- Meet or exceed assigned sales targets and quota
Job Requirements:
Travel may be required
Valid U.S. driver’s license required
Must be a U.S. citizen (due to federal contract requirements)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the broadcast and/or production industry
- Minimum 2 years of sales experience; 8–10 years outside technical sales preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree or related work experience preferred
- Strong technical knowledge of AV and broadcast systems (transmission, editing systems, switchers, routers, video servers, cameras, terminal gear, test equipment)
- Proficient with CRM platforms and disciplined sales pipeline management
Dependability and strong work ethic
Professional, tactful communication and ability to perform under pressure
Attention to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement
Excellent verbal and written presentation skills; strong negotiation skills
Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally
- Former Military or Federal Government a Plus
Work Schedule:
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (standard)
- Weekends and major holidays off
Benefits
- Competitive salary commission
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Company profit-sharing program
- Paid time off (vacation/sick leave)
- Additional unpaid time off available with approval
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
E-mail resumes, no phone calls please.