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iHeartMedia Account Executive in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
iHeartMedia Markets
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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America , reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. And we were just recognized as one of the Top Media Sales Organizations by The Myers Report!
In fact, iHeart has: More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;
We’re the largest podcast publisher , with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;
iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers , who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;
We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;
iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;
Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and
We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio , from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.
Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.
Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!
If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!
What We Need:
Reports to the Market President and Senior Vice President of Sales with managing clients, vendors and other iHeartMedia divisions to fulfill client partnership obligations and maximizing revenue opportunities. This role is a key player in streamlining processes to increase efficiency and productivity across all departments.
What You'll Do:
Responsibilities
This position is the liaison between Sales, Programming, and iHM Clients in Central PA.
Generate best-in-class strategic proposals combining ideation, research, statistical data and graphics.
Preparation and execution of Digital and Social Media plans
Create promotional recaps for each project.
Create sales orders, process traffic instructions, and promotional paperwork.
Execute each media campaign from start to finish.
Other assignments as needed to facilitate partnership opportunities.
This position administratively supports eight Account Executives, Sales Management, Programming, and Executive Leadership.
Prioritizes tasks, meetings, and projects to ensure timely completion of goals and deliverables.
Acts as team expert and go-to person for things related to the sales department.
Keeps relevant stakeholders informed and makes sure that information is properly filtered throughout the team and office.
Assists Human Resource and EEO functions for the market.
Handles confidential matters with absolute trustworthiness; ensures interactions and transactions are ethical and convey integrity.
Anticipates and interprets the needs of management staff without direction.
Acts as Public File Director for the market.
Qualifications
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking platforms
Adept at prospecting and using effective consultative selling principles and practices
Strong client service relationship-building skills
Ability to plan and organize, set priorities and multi task in a fast-paced environment
Negotiation and closing proficiency
Persuasive communication skills: verbal, written and presentation
Independent; self-motivated; competitive; assertive
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Understanding of market dynamics including demographics
Stress tolerance especially with tight deadlines and financial pressures
Flexibility and creativity
Strong interpersonal skills
Work Experience
2+ years in media/advertising sales is preferred, but not required
1+ years in Key Account Coordination or Project Management preferred
SalesForce, Media Monitors or other project management software experience is a plus
Education
- High school diploma, college degree preferred
Certifications
- None required
What You'll Need:
What You'll Bring:
Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
General understanding of business principles and sales environment
Interest in developing knowledge of business operations and sales concepts and techniques
Individual accountability and understanding of when to seek guidance
Skills managing assigned projects to completion
Understanding to resolve problems using established guidelines and professional judgement
Ability to communicate information about iHeart products in a digestible manner and to apply active listening skills to validate understanding of customer needs
Understanding of impact of your own decisions
Goal orientation and the ability to focus and prioritize
Location:
Williamsport, PA: 1559 W 4th St, 17701
Position Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Type:
Salaried
Benefits:
iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:
Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
Company provided and supplemental life insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!
We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.
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