Political Account Executive, Local Ad Sales

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement political streaming campaigns for national, state, and local campaigns through all direct reservation and programmatic buying lanes.
• Develop and manage relationships with political agencies, PACs, campaign media buyers, and advocacy groups.
• Create, present and negotiate customized advertising packages.
• Analyze political ad spending trends and provide market insights across all races.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and provide regular performance reports.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure flawless campaign execution.
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations and internal policies.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in advertising/media, with streaming sales experience preferred.
• Strong strategic sales skills and business insight.
• Highly accountable with strong integrity and ethics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passionate about political ad sales and prospecting new business.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment and quickly develop product knowledge.
• Deep industry relationships with political buyers and advocacy groups a plus.
• Expertise in broadcast, digital, and/or streaming sales with a data-driven approach.
• Proven negotiation and strategic planning skills.

Nice to Have

• Deep industry relationships with political buyers and advocacy groups.

Qualifications

• Experience in advertising/media, particularly in streaming sales.
• Strong strategic sales skills and business insight.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to develop product knowledge quickly.

Benefits & Perks

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability benefits, tuition assistance, and PTO.
• Position is eligible to earn sales incentive compensation.