Account Executive – Media Sales (Elmhurst, IL Surrounding Areas)

Location: Elmhurst, IL surrounding communities
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Base Uncapped Commission

O’Rourke Media Group is expanding into the market and is hiring a driven Account Executive to sell across a portfolio of trusted local news brands and a full suite of digital marketing solutions.

You’ll represent established community publications including:

• Elmhurst Independent

• Lombardian

• Addison Independent

• Bensenville Independent

• Villa Park Review

These publications are deeply rooted in their communities, giving you immediate credibility and access to decision-makers. Combined with our digital capabilities, you’ll offer businesses a complete marketing solution designed to drive awareness, leads, and long-term growth.

What You’ll Do

• Build and manage a local sales territory in Elmhurst and surrounding areas
• Prospect and develop new business through calls, networking, and in-person meetings
• Conduct discovery conversations to uncover marketing needs
• Present integrated marketing solutions (print digital)
• Close new business and generate recurring monthly revenue
• Maintain and grow client relationships over time

What You’ll Sell

• You’ll sell a combination of print, digital, and targeted advertising to businesses of all sizes.
• • In addition to our owned and operated local platforms, we are a Google certified agency specializing in targeted display ads, search engine optimization, social media advertising (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube), geo-fencing, streaming, website development, and reputation management.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Sell trusted local brands modern digital solutions
• Multiple revenue streams per client
• Strong internal support, you don’t fulfill campaigns, you sell
• Opportunity to build a long-term book of business
• Training provided, media experience not required

What We’re Looking For

You do NOT need to be a media expert, we’ll train you.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys being out in the field meeting business owners
• Is confident, outgoing, and relationship-driven
• Is self-motivated and goal-oriented
• Has strong communication and presentation skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Sales experience (B2B, media, or digital marketing is ideal)
• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets
• Strong understanding of consultative selling and client needs analysis
• Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Consistent tenure and progression within previous organizations
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and sales tracking tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong time management and follow-up skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary uncapped commission
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k Plan
• Paid time off holidays
• Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently generating new meetings and opportunities
• Building a strong pipeline of local businesses
• Closing new accounts and growing revenue month-over-month
• Becoming a trusted marketing advisor in your territory

Who You’ll Thrive As

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Loves being in front of people (not behind a desk all day)
• Wants to build a career in sales with real income potential
• Is competitive, coachable, and driven to win
• Takes ownership of their territory and results

About the Company

O’Rourke Media Group is a family-owned, diversified media company that was formed in 2018. Originally just a holding company that owned a few newspapers, O’Rourke Media Group (OMG) has established itself as an industry-leading, digital media company comprising a cutting edge digital agency and an impressive group of award-winning, hyper-local print newspapers and niche magazines. OMG now operates in nine states, 45 markets with 64 publications and hyper-local websites. For more company information, please visit our website www.orourkemediagroup.com.