Local Advertising Account Executive

Join Axios, a media company dedicated to delivering trustworthy news in an audience-first format. As a Local Advertising Account Executive, you will be responsible for building Axios' local advertising business from the ground up. This role requires a highly entrepreneurial mindset, strong relationship-building skills, and a deep understanding of local businesses and community dynamics. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on Axios' growth and success in your market.

• Construire et posséder un portefeuille de clients dès le premier jour, en tirant parti des relations existantes avec les décideurs locaux.
• Prospecter, présenter et conclure des contrats avec de nouveaux annonceurs locaux, en développant des flux de revenus récurrents grâce aux renouvellements et aux partenariats à long terme.
• Agir en tant qu'ambassadeur de la marque Axios sur le marché, en assistant à des événements, en renforçant la présence communautaire et en collaborant avec les équipes éditoriales.
• Be deeply connected in your market and know how to turn relationships into revenue
• 5–8+ years in sales, digital media, advertising, or related field
• Demonstrated success in closing new business and generating revenue from personal network
• Proven ability to build and monetize a book of business
• Strong relationships with local advertisers, agencies, or business leaders in your market
• This role is designed for highly motivated, network-driven sellers who want significant upside tied to performance
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder
• Strong hunter mentality with a bias toward action
• Deep curiosity about local businesses and community dynamics
• Entrepreneurial and self-starting — comfortable building from zero
• Comfortable with ambiguity and longer ramp periods
• Highly networked in your local market