Business Development Account Executive

Account Executive

Our company is committed to being trusted voices of light and truth reaching hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

At Bonneville International, our purpose is to build up, connect, inform, and celebrate communities and families in the markets we serve. As an integrated media company, we provide content, advertising, and digital marketing solutions across 23 radio stations in Denver, Phoenix, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, and Seattle, along with the NBC Affiliate TV station, KSL-TV 5, in Salt Lake. We are responsible for lifting and inspiring with respect and giving voice to all the communities and clients we serve.

We believe that empowering our employees to share their ideas and experiences will fuel creativity, innovation, and inspiration. A diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to our ability to create and deliver exceptional content, products, and services that represent our communities. We're proud of our history and we want talented people to join us as we continue to grow!

Bonneville International is looking to hire a passionate, ambitious Account Executive who is up for a challenge and have a strong commitment to excellence. As an Account Executive, your core goal will be to identify high potential business opportunities for Bonneville's well-known brands: KSLPodcasts (including #1 rated "COLD"), KSLNewsRadio, 103.5 The Arrow, FM 100.3, and 97.5 The Zone. You will customize and build creative strategic plans that drive real results for our clients. We are interested in talking to candidates from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. The ideal candidate for this position is independent, self-motivated, and will confidently represent our brand.

Our fast-paced sales team has an infectious drive to exceed individual and team revenue goals. You will have access to superior analytics tools and will be able to utilize our digital offerings to enhance our clients' marketing campaigns.

Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and at company discretion.

This position is a hybrid role that requires the employee to sometimes work at our Salt Lake City site. Specific hybrid schedules will be determined based on business needs and evaluated by managers and senior management.

What You Will Do:

• Meet and exceed individual quarterly budgets in legacy and digital media brands
• Maintain a system for tracking process in meeting established goals
• Maintain positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management, and clients
• Work collaboratively with internal partners to drive revenue.
• Develop and maintain effective relationship with key decision-makers
• Identify and solicit new business through prospecting and cold calling; build and maintains a full pipeline of sales prospects.
• Service and grow relationships in existing client base.
• Identify client/agency needs and develop persuasive proposals to meet needs and opportunities.
• Deliver creative and effective sales presentations.
• Follow all station procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting regular reports regarding sales, pipeline lists, forecasts, and competitive analysis.
• Remain current on industry trends in broadcast media and digital media, including display, mobile, OTT, and video

Skills and Experience We Are Looking For:

• Outside sales, media sales, business marketing or related field experience preferred but not necessary
• Must have knowledge of working through the sales cycle
• Ability to organize, analyze and interpret statistical data to draw conclusions from findings
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal skills
• High level of proficiency with computers, software and new technologies
• Extensive knowledge and experience with digital and social media platforms
• A commitment to personal growth through continual training
• Maintain a valid driver's license and proven ability to safely drive personal vehicle without exposing company to serious liability risks

Physical Demands:

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively
• Substantial physical movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction with good eye and hand coordination

Compensation:

This is a 100% commissioned role, with an opportunity for an initial temporary commission guarantee.

What We Offer You: Check Out Our Bonneville Benefits!

• Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment
• 401(k) with Company match, fully vested from day one
• Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies
• Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to paid company holidays
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Employer-funded retirement account, fully vested from day one
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Access to an entire team of free financial planners
• Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service
• Continuous growth and development opportunities
• Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration

Bonneville is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.