James River Media LLC is considering applications for an Account Executive working in outside sales. Our ideal candidate should possess an extremely good work ethic, be a self starter, be highly organized with great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain great relationships with decision makers at local businesses in the greater Lynchburg area.

This is a full-time position which offers medical, dental and retirement benefits. Compensation will be a combination of salary, commission and bonuses and will be competitive in the marketplace.

The ideal candidate will have a vision for the future and be an integral part of a growing locally owned and operated media company, which currently includes in its portfolio WLNI Radio, HOME magazine and a creative services division.

Responsibilities Include:

• Excel at proactively prospecting local businesses that would benefit from advertising on our various platforms or utilizing our creative services

• Building and maintaining relationships with decision makers at local businesses • Working with clients to develop advertising plans and strategies

• Creatively customize advertising and marketing plans to meet each clients objectives

• Prepare and present proposals to clients and prospective clients

• Attend meetings to ensure content, tactical plans and image are consistent with overall client strategy

• Create and maximize revenue opportunities

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

• Willingness to take initiative and to follow through on projects

• Ability to think outside the box to create win/win relationships for clients and WLNI

• Strong negotiation, time management and organization skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other basic computer programs

• Strong presentation skills to large and small groups

• Experience as an account manager or sales representative, in advertising, marketing or media is preferred

• Creative and strategic problem solver

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Experience with CRM software preferred

Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement, PTO

James River Media is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay

Travel requirement:

• Up to 25% travel

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Lynchburg, VA 24502 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lynchburg, VA 24502: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person