Account Executive - CNET

Company: Red Ventures LLC
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

San Francisco, CAThe Account Executive is responsible for maintaining, building and exceeding advertising revenue goals on Red Ventures' Media & Technology brands, which include CNET, Gamespot, ZDNet, TechRepublic, and TVGuide among others. Successful candidates will also demonstrate an ability to work independently in a fast paced environment to achieve results, despite obstacles. They will set and own a territory sales agenda.What You'll Do:* Manage a territory and sales quota including multiple accounts in our West Coast territory with 1-2 accounts in our top 10 accounts nationally* Develop account and territory strategies for long-term development and revenue growth* Generate new sales leads* Act as a business specialist on behalf of your clients- strategically developing digital and mixed media solutions to suit their objective* Establish and foster relationships with clients by conducting a high volume of face-to-face calls* Prioritize and lead to ensure proper account management both internally and externally* Establish oneself as a thought leader within the digital community and evangelize Red Ventures unique positioning within the marketplace* Ability to stay ahead of the curve on marketplace trends relating to their clients as well as the digital industryWho You Are:* Sales professional with an entrepreneurial spirit who thrives in a team, goal oriented environment* At least 5 years of proven advertising sales experience with at least 3 years in the interactive space * Contacts and relationships in the West Coast agency market* Have a strong desire to win and grow as digital ad sales professional* Exceptional communication and organizational skills* Well-developed presentation skills* Ability to manage stress well, and juggle multiple account challenges at once* BS/BA degree, or equivalent training and experience* Must be extremely detail oriented* Fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint* Must successfully pass a background checkMust be willing to travel based on the locations of the key accounts located throughout the US.Who We Are:CNET tells you what's new in tech, culture and science, why it matters, how it works and what you need. Our global team works 24/7 to explore and explain the changing world around us. You can depend on CNET for news, commentary, analysis, features, FAQs, advice, hands-on reviews, buying guides, amazing photography and fun and informative videos.We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodation@redventures.com.PM20PI127930203

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