Advertising, Advertising Agencies, Alliance/Partner Management, Broadcasting, Business Development, Communication Skills, Consultative Sales, Direct Marketing, Direct Response Advertising, Ecosystems, Entrepreneurship, Exceeded Sales Goal, Marketing, Marketing Software, Media Sales, National Sales, Nonprofit, Online Marketing, Organizational Skills, Podcasting, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Publishing, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Pipeline, Sales Presentation, Solution Sales, Team Player, Television Broadcasting, Video Streaming, Writing Skills
Salem Media Representatives (SMR), a division of Salem Media, is seeking a high-performing National Account Executive - Sales to join our growing national sales organization. This is an individual contributor role focused on generating new revenue growth, building strategic partnerships, and creating integrated marketing solutions for national advertisers, agencies, direct-response marketers, and nonprofit organizations.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a proven track record of developing large-scale advertising partnerships across multiple media channels and consistently exceeding revenue goals.
As a National Media Strategist, you will represent the full Salem Media ecosystem, including:
- Audio & Broadcast
- Podcasting
- Television & OTT Video Streaming
- Digital publishing through Townhall Media & Salem Web Network
- Digital Marketing & Audience Solutions
- Influencer & Creator Marketing
- Events & Experiential
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Required
- 5+ years of successful media, digital, advertising, sponsorship, or marketing sales experience.
- Proven history of exceeding revenue goals and developing new business.
- Experience selling integrated media solutions across multiple channels.
- Strong presentation and consultative selling skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Strong organizational and pipeline management skills.
Preferred
- Experience selling podcasts, influencer, events and digital-first solutions.
- Experience working with national advertisers and advertising agencies.
Personal Attributes
- Impeccable integrity and professionalism.
- Entrepreneurial mindset.
- Competitive drive and accountability.
- Strategic thinker with a consultative approach.
- Collaborative team player.
- Strong judgment and decision-making ability.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay structure based on experience
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid holidays and vacation time
EEO Statement:
Come see how Salem is DIFFERENT and why we’ve been certified as a “Great Place To Work” and as a “Best and Brightest” equal opportunity employer.
Compensation:
$120,000 - $150,000 (including generous commission and bonus package)