Job Description

OshawaToday.ca, a part of the dynamic Village Media network, is searching for a talented and motivated Account Executive to fill a full-time position in Oshawa, Ontario for our rapidly growing local news and information website.

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter who is passionate about helping to connect businesses with our large local audience.

The Account Executive is entrusted to develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with local businesses, agencies or individuals and work with them to reach their target audience through various OshawaToday.ca advertising channels and services.

The Account Executive will:

Develop and manage revenue-producing relationship with clients and agencies

Prospect for new business using sales funnel techniques

Analyze client marketing goals and develop needs-based solutions to achieve them

Manage and take responsibility for the schedule of deliverables and campaigns of each client, being primary point of contact and managing all customer care and service

Oversee campaign execution and analysis

Work collaboratively with internal partners to drive revenue

Use web analytics tools to understand sales opportunities and statistics required for sales presentations

Work cohesively with other Village Media staff both locally based and across the network

Minimum qualifications for the position include:

Proven track record of sales success in a local media setting

A minimum of two years of media sales, account management or buying experience

Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Excellent presentation skills

Excellent verbal and written skills

Integrity

Hard-working, relationship-builder with a winning attitude

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Proficient with Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and other Google applications

Some travel may be necessary

A valid driver's license, reliable vehicle and a good driving record are required

The successful candidate must live in or near Oshawa, Ontario

This position frequently requires the successful candidate to meet and engage with clients at their place of business. Generally, hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm but there is sometimes a need to work in the evenings and on weekends in special circumstances.

If this is you, please apply! We'd like you to include a cover letter and resume.

About Village Media

Village Media is where local news lives--and thrives. An ever-expanding network of community journalism websites, we cover the stories that matter most: the ones right in our backyards. A champion of hyperlocal news and information, Village Media publishes its articles on an innovative and scalable content management system (CMS) developed in-house. Born digital, our leading-edge company is a pioneer in its industry, continuously expanding its reach and changing the landscape of online news.

Village Media is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion among our staff, volunteers, programs, and partners. We encourage applicants of diverse abilities, backgrounds, and life experiences to apply. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact .