Hiring: Account Executive Company: iHeartMedia Location: Hamden, CT Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 11:59:15 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office, Salesforce About the job Required Skills: •Looking for a new challenge? Join us as an Account Executive and leverage your proven goal-driven mindset, fast-paced work ethic, and exceptional client service skills. The ideal candidate is ready to hit the ground running and will successfully take advantage of all iHeart’s platforms to exceed their clients’ expectations. •This position works primarily in the Hamden office with some time in Hartford as well. •You should be self-motivated (a very “go-getter” attitude!), have excellent relationship-building and problem-solving skills, and communicate persuasively. When people describe you, goal-oriented, expert negotiator and proactive should be at the top of the list. •You should be able to plan and multi-task in a fast-paced environment. •Comfortable with cold-calling and initiating outreach to prospective clients as part of lead generation efforts. •A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and a High School Diploma (College Degree preferred) are required. •You should also be skilled in Salesforce, Microsoft Office and social networking platforms. •Strong problem-solving skills; by exercising these skills, you help business grow to the fullest potential. Qualifications: •Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return •In-Depth knowledge of the media industry and related sales processes •Demonstrated capacity to apply expertise in a complex sales environment to service large accounts and/or complicated business segments •Confidence to prospect and quickly build rapport with customers, adapting messaging and style based on customer needs •Ease working with senior level executives and using influencing skills to negotiations and drive sales •Desire to stay abreast of emerging market trends and customer needs to expand relationships and trust •Confidence to solve complex problems using analysis, judgement and multiple sources of information •Accountability for your own work and a desire to provide guidance to new team members •Business development experience with new and existing customers Compensation: •$64,000 - $80,000 / year •Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!