Multimedia Account Executive

Company Overview

Cumulus | Columbia, SC currently features 5 stations in the Columbia area and surrounding counties.  Our stations include:  107.5 WNKT-FM The Game – Home of Gamecock Sports, B106.7 WTCB-FM Adult Contemporary, KISS 103.1 WLXC Urban Adult Contemporary, 98.5 WOMG Columbia’s Classic Hits, and ESPN - WISW 1320 Sports Talk.  The cluster of 5 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.      

Cumulus Media is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a quarter billion people every month — wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 377 owned-and-operated radio stations across 84 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, US Soccer, and AP News, across more than 7,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, a leading national audio network; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, an established and influential platform for original podcasts that are smart, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. For more information visit www.cumulusmedia.com.

Position Overview

Cumulus Media | Columbia, SC seeks motivated sales professionals for our Multimedia Account Executive role who thrive in competitive environments. The ideal candidate is a self-starter passionate about developing new business, building relationships and delivering results. If you excel at consultative selling and want to join a team that values creativity and performance, you may be the right fit to join our growing team in Columbia, SC. 

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Prospect, qualify, and secure new business through networking, cold calling, referrals and client meetings.
• Conduct needs analysis, manage CRM pipeline, and ensure accurate forecasting.
• Sell advertising solutions across broadcast, digital, and events.
• Drive digital revenue through Cumulus digital assets (including streaming, web, social marketing services).
• Develop effective multi-platform, integrated sales presentations; ability to negotiate and close
• Meet and exceed annual sales quotas through proactive engagement.
• Deliver compelling presentations demonstrating multimedia solutions for client goals.
• Apply consultative selling techniques to meet client objectives and maximize cross-channel opportunities.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years successful outside sales experience required, Media Sales preferred

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business, Communications, or related field preferred.

• Proven success in media sales (broadcast and digital).

• Strong knowledge of digital advertising, including programmatic, social, and mobile.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Pay Range

USD $3,000.00 - USD $5,000.00 /Mo.
Pay Range

The monthly pay range listed above reflects your guaranteed income during your first year, with additional opportunities to earn commissions
What We Offer

• Commission-based organization with uncapped earning potential and guaranteed income in year one of employment
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability to ask, “what if” and try innovative solutions
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
• Life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

For immediate consideration, please visit: https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/careers

For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

EEO Statement

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).