Full-Time Account Manager – Advertising Sales

Meredith Communications is looking for a driven and energetic Account Manager to join our sales and marketing team! If you are motivated by success, enjoy building relationships, and want to help local businesses grow through strategic advertising solutions, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Award-Winning Media Platforms – Work with two award-winning radio stations, a dynamic website, a mobile app, and a growing suite of digital products.
Ongoing Training – We invest in your success with continuous professional development.
Comprehensive Benefits Package – Includes health, dental, retirement plan, paid vacation, and sick time.
Career Growth – Be part of a forward-thinking, results-driven team where your efforts directly impact your success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage a portfolio of on-air and digital advertising clients.
• Build partnerships with new and existing clients to create customized marketing and media plans.
• Write compelling advertising scripts that effectively promote clients’ products and services.
• Provide exceptional customer service by ensuring advertising programs remain fresh, unique, and results-driven.
• Prospect and connect with potential and existing clients in person and virtually.
• Present advertising solutions tailored to clients’ specific needs and business goals.
• Assist clients with basic digital ad integration on social media and our website.
• Represent Meredith Communications at community events and business networking opportunities.

What You Need to Succeed:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Two years of direct sales or marketing experience, including cold calling and lead generation.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Strong Communication & Marketing Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Understanding of marketing and business principles, with a willingness to develop expertise in omni-channel marketing.

Tech & Sales Proficiency:

• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and digital/social media platforms.
• Ability to create engaging marketing materials and presentations.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple client relationships.

Additional Requirements:

• Unrestricted driver’s license and reliable transportation for client meetings.
• Strong negotiation skills and a proactive approach to cold calling.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a fast-paced team environment.

Send your resume to bill@iowasuperstation.com. All applications will be kept confidential.

Meredith Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.