This foundational role is responsible for building Axios' local advertising business from the ground up without inherited accounts
Job Summary
This foundational role is responsible for building Axios' local advertising business from the ground up without inherited accounts.
Candidates must leverage their existing network of local decision-makers to prospect, pitch, and close new advertisers immediately.
The position offers a competitive base salary of $60,000 with uncapped earnings potential tied to performance and a comprehensive benefits package.
Matching Summary
This foundational role is responsible for building Axios' local advertising business from the ground up without inherited accounts.
Salary
Base: $60,000 annually; Variable: Uncapped commission structure with OTE up to $150,000; Benefits: 401(k) match, health insurance, paid leave, and stipends
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5-8+ years sales experience
Existing local advertiser network
Hunter mentality for new business
Proven ability to build book of business
In-market presence required
Nice-to-have
Entrepreneurial founder mindset
Strong community relationship builder
Comfortable with ambiguity
AI literacy and tool usage
Collaborative spirit
Key Requirements
5-8+ years in sales or digital media
Deep connections in local market
Proven track record of monetizing personal network