Local Advertising Account Executive

Axios

Chicago, IL, United States
Base: $60,000 annually; variable: uncapped commiss...
On-site
5-8+ years sales experience
Existing local advertiser network
Hunter mentality for new business
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

Work Rights

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