Account Executive

PlayOn is looking for a driven, self-starting Account Executive to generate meaningful multichannel advertising and brand partnerships revenue for MaxPreps and the broader PlayOn portfolio. The ideal candidate will be a true hustler who’s able to build impactful marketplace relationships, grow a robust pipeline, and close both new and renewal business on a consistent basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 4-7+ years digital media sales experience
• Existing relationships with holding companies (e.g. Publicis, Dentsu, GroupM, OMG, Havas, IPG, etc.) and direct clients
• Strong client and agency relationships with Chicago territory Fortune 500 brands (i.e. Kraft Heinz, Mondelez, Conagra Brands, McDonald's, United Airlines, Allstate, AbbVie)
• Demonstrated track record of exceeding revenue targets
• Proven success in acquiring new business and stewarding client and agency relationships that drive revenue growth
• Experience with negotiating and closing brand partnerships, and a firm grasp on various aspects of media math
• Ability to thrive in multiple sales environments (remote and in-person) and effectively work with others to achieve broader business results
• Organized, strategic thinker who’s able to take concepts to reality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in and enthusiasm for high school and broader sports marketplace
• Understanding of the digital landscape including Display, Video, Audio, Social, Branded Content, Events, Data/Targeting, Ad Measurement, and more
• Fluent in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive) & GSuite (Docs, Sheets, GDrive), and familiarity with Salesforce or other revenue reporting systems

Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plans to choose from
• Dental, vision life and disability insurance
• Employee Emergency Fund
• Company equity (stock options)
• Open PTO policy
• 401K plan with company match
• Hybrid/flexible work environment