Advertising Account Executives
Great people deserve top rewards.
At Cox Media (part of the Cox family of businesses), collaboration is at the heart of everything we do: not only with the solutions we bring to our customers, but also in the way we do business within our teams.
Bring your ambition to Cox Media, where you will sell the most innovative digital media and TV advertising solutions in the marketplace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Advertising account executives engage with clients to understand their business objectives, and create marketing campaigns to drive results through advertising solutions.
As an advertising account executive, you will also generate new business by prospecting and making cold calls, participating in budgeting and forecasting, attending trade shows and industry events and representing Cox Media in the local business community to build awareness and engagement. It’s a fun gig that requires strategic thinking and awesome people skills.
We help set you up for a successful career path with proper coaching, tools, technology and amazing support from your manager and teammates. We offer different levels of advertising account executive jobs at Cox, so you can move up as you gain experience and knowledge of the job.
You should have at least one year of cable, broadcast, digital advertising sales/support or marketing experience, as well as Interactive Advertising Bureau certification and/or Google Ad Word certification. You should also have the ability to develop new business and achieve individual sales goals.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required, as well as a valid driving license, good driving record and reliable transportation. You should be a motivated team player who consistently strives to exceed goals and push revenue expectations and have the ability to multitask, manage multiple assignments and prioritize tasks.
There are many reasons why this is a rewarding career! As an advertising account executive, you can earn a great salary plus bonuses.We offer exceptional work-life balance, the latest technology and interesting products. Don’t forget about our training and mentorship programs, as well as perks like our Winners Circle trip for our highest performing salespeople.
At Cox, you will sell TV and digital advertising solutions with some of the most reputable brands in the industry – from cable television stations to streaming to social media.
The best benefits in the biz
At Cox Media, we reward your hard work with excellent benefits, including:
- Highly competitive compensation (base salary + competitive commission plan rewarding strong performance)
- 401(k) with a generous company match
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Life, disability, home, auto and pet insurance
- Free Cox internet and other discounted services (in applicable markets)
- Special rewards for top salespeople, like Cox’s our Winners Circle all-inclusive trips to exotic destinations
- And more!
Connect to your dream job
Are you driven to succeed and looking to work for the best in the business? We’re on a quest to find people whose savvy sales skills will help keep customers smiling. Apply today!
Interested in joining our talent community? Sign up below:
A new adventure every day
We help businesses of all sizes connect with customers through the most engaging advertising platforms and technologies available. Watch the video below to learn more and join our team!
Did you know?
Cox Media is part of Cox Communications, the third-largest cable entertainment and broadband services provider in the country. Cox serves approximately 6 million residences and businesses, giving Cox Media's customers the opportunity to reach their ideal audiences wherever they are.
Hear from our people
Learn about our amazing salespeople and visit our blog for more employee stories.
View all posts
