Hearst Health

Account Executive

Hearst Health
Posted 10/22/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full sales cycle, including prospecting, presentations, and closing opportunities, while leveraging AI-powered software and Salesforce for effective client management and revenue forecasting. Possesses strong business acumen and the ability to analyze market trends to recommend tailored advertising solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Business-To-Business Outside SalesSalesforce ProficiencyLead GenerationPresentation SkillsDigital Advertising Knowledge

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
SFDC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Maximize digital, print, and event sales revenue
  • Prospect small to medium-sized businesses
  • Demonstrate the value of Hearst’s media products, traffic, and advertising solutions
  • Manage the full sales cycle, including prospecting, presentations, proposals, closing opportunities, and post-sales campaign results
  • Use AI-powered software throughout the sales cycle
  • Exceed monthly sales activity, pipeline, and revenue goals
  • Generate leads through cold calling, email marketing, networking, and monitoring new business openings
  • Build pipelines of new business and upsell opportunities
  • Meet net-new business meeting and team KPI targets
  • Become an expert on digital and print products and services
  • Conduct discovery calls and presentations
  • Recommend products and promotional opportunities to current clients and handle objections
  • Manage client pipeline and monthly revenue forecasts in Salesforce.com
  • Create advertising solutions addressing clients’ business needs

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • BA/BS degree in Advertising, Marketing, or Communications is a plus, or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of business-to-business outside sales in advertising or media
  • Proven success in new business acquisition and exceeding revenue goals
  • Superior presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Technical proficiency with Salesforce, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Goal-oriented, competitive, and forward-thinking mindset
  • Strong business and financial acumen
  • Existing client relationships in the DFW market preferred
  • Ability to analyze situations, evaluate information objectively, and make sound business decisions
  • Knowledge of industry developments and digital advertising trends

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Paid in-depth sales and product training
  • Competitive base salary
  • Uncapped commissions for unlimited earning potential
  • Entertaining clients/networking event opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays and vacation
  • Paid parental leave
  • Monthly child and dependent care reimbursement
  • Mental wellness benefits
  • LGBTQ+ and inclusive health services
  • Fertility coverage and menopause support
  • Pet wellness reimbursement and Rover credits
  • Personal and professional development support

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Hard Skills
Sales Cycle ManagementRevenue ForecastingProposal DevelopmentCold CallingEmail MarketingClient Relationship ManagementAdvertising Solutions CreationPipeline BuildingData AnalysisFinancial Acumen
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsGoal-Oriented MindsetCompetitive SpiritDecision-Making Ability
Tools & Technologies
SalesforceExcelPowerPointAI-Powered Software
Industry Keywords
AdvertisingMediaDigital ProductsPrint ProductsDFW MarketBusiness DevelopmentKPI TargetsNew Business AcquisitionClient Pipeline ManagementMarket Trends