Account Executive/Marketing Strategy Lead
About the role
At SummitMedia you’ll sell a variety of marketing products that make a real difference for local businesses, including radio advertising, digital advertising (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube TV, Google Pay‑Per‑Click, etc.), sponsorships, and event marketing opportunities. We’re looking for an Account Executive in Greenville, South Carolina who is ready to connect businesses with the right marketing solutions. This isn’t just a sales job—it’s a chance to grow your career while helping companies expand their reach, increase revenue, and make a real impact in the community.
Responsibilities
- Build and nurture relationships with local business owners.
- Identify opportunities and craft tailored marketing solutions using radio, digital, sponsorships, and events.
- Prospect, negotiate, and close deals while managing a portfolio of accounts.
- Collaborate with internal support teams—including creative, production, digital strategy, and sales operations—to develop, execute, and optimize effective client campaigns.
- Stay up‑to‑date on market trends, local business needs, and new advertising solutions.
- Represent SummitMedia positively in the community; your reputation is key.
Requirements
- 3+ years of B2B outside sales experience (media/advertising experience is a plus, but not required).
- Proven success in prospecting, negotiating, closing, and developing relationships.
- A track record of building positive client and community relationships.
- A growth mindset, resilience, and a drive to succeed in a competitive environment.
Benefits
- Be part of a close‑knit, encouraging team that celebrates wins together.
- Sell solutions that truly help local businesses grow and make an impact in the community.
- Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance; we respect your time and want you performing at your best both in and out of the office.
About SummitMedia
Greenville Media continues to evolve, and SummitMedia Greenville strives to be a leader of industry change by seizing opportunities and investing in the future. In pursuit of this mission, SummitMedia Greenville employees are its most valuable asset, and the company seeks to attract and retain highly skilled and motivated individuals. SummitMedia Greenville provides solutions for clients looking to grow their business, leveraging its marketing expertise across airwaves, online platforms, and any future media that may emerge.