Account Executive

Location: Birmingham, AL
Employment Type: Full-Time (Salary + Commission + Benefits)

About Us:
Bham Now, The Bama Buzz, and Hville Blast are modern, mobile media brands on a mission to create a better, healthier, and more connected Greater Birmingham area. We publish fun, exciting, and useful content for our audience while supporting local businesses through effective digital advertising solutions.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Account Executive (AE) to join our team. Based in Birmingham, the AE will play a critical role in growing our advertising business locally and across Alabama. The ideal candidate will be a proven sales professional with a passion for digital media, exceptional organizational skills, and a strong commitment to supporting the Birmingham community.

Key Responsibilities:

Revenue Generation

• Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets.
• Identify, prospect, and close new business opportunities through leads, cold calls, networking, and referrals.
• Conduct discovery meetings to understand clients’ goals, challenges, and marketing needs.
• Develop tailored advertising proposals using Bham Now, The Bama Buzz, and Hville Blast platforms to meet client objectives.
• Maintain and grow client relationships, ensuring repeat business and customer satisfaction.
• Deliver persuasive and engaging presentations to potential clients.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide clients with insights to maximize results.
• Handle accurate invoicing and ensure timely payments.

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Exhibit a positive, collaborative attitude that motivates the team.
• Communicate effectively with management, content teams, and operations to ensure seamless execution of client campaigns.
• Proactively identify opportunities for product improvement and revenue growth.
• Address client or operational challenges with solutions-oriented approaches.
• Participate in team initiatives and assist colleagues when needed.

Expertise in Digital Media

• Demonstrate sales success and share goal attainment metrics from prior roles.
• Analyze client needs to align with our offerings and market trends.
• Master our media products and services to craft effective advertising proposals.
• Ensure flawless execution of campaigns, meeting deadlines and expectations.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field (minimum 3.0 GPA).
• Experience: 3-5 years of proven success in advertising sales, preferably in digital media.
• Skills:

• • Exceptional interpersonal, listening, and persuasive presentation abilities.
  • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Flexible and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Passion: Strong appreciation for digital media, marketing, and communications.

What We Offer

• Compensation:

• • Guaranteed base salary.
  • Uncapped monthly commissions.
  • Bonuses for achieving quarterly goals.

• Benefits:

• • 3 weeks PTO, plus holidays and your birthday off.
  • Fully paid Silver Level health benefits starting day one.
  • Company-contributed IRA starting day one.

• Work Environment:

• • Hybrid setup with in-office collaboration.
  • Regular in-person meetings in the Greater Birmingham area.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a growing, community-focused organization that values innovation, teamwork, and making a difference in Birmingham and beyond.

How to Apply:
Send your resume and cover letter to hello@bhamnow.com with the subject line: ‘AE Candidate.’

Bham Now is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, or physical ability.