$60K - 91K a year
Develop and maintain local client relationships, generate advertising sales revenue, manage advertising schedules and contracts, and support sales forecasting and reporting.
2-5 years relevant sales experience, high school diploma or GED, ability to prospect and negotiate, strong customer experience and communication skills.
Advertising Account Executive, Market RetailJoin to apply for the Advertising Account Executive, Market Retail role at Comcast AdvertisingAdvertising Account Executive, Market Retail1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Advertising Account Executive, Market Retail role at Comcast AdvertisingComcast Advertising is driving the TV advertising industry forward, from delivering ads to linear and digital audiences to pioneering the tech that makes it possible. We help brands connect with their audiences on every screen using advanced data, technology, and premium video content. Our media sales division helps local, regional, and national brands reach potential customers through multiscreen TV advertising. Our ad tech division FreeWheel provides comprehensive adtech that makes it easier to buy and sell premium video advertising across all screens, data types, and sales channels.Job SummaryResponsible for developing, servicing and maintaining a base of local clients and/or agencies who purchases advertising space or other media services to achieve established annual sales goals within assigned sales team. Offers zone buying to allow small advertisers the opportunity to reach only the customers in their retail trading areas. Works with moderate guidance in own area of knowledge.Job DescriptionCore ResponsibilitiesAnalyzes, develops and presents market research and advertising proposals to support client activities and products.Assists in developing marketing activities to generate local ad sales revenue.Interacts with various internal departments to carry out client requirements such as scheduling advertising; monitor account activities and monitor and manage collections.Maintains up-to-date customer and prospect records and participate in development of sales forecasts.Completes required documentation and reporting for the proper processing of contracts, advertising schedules, sales calls and expense reports.Seeks new customers by continuously prospecting following Company's planned sales strategies and tactics.Analyzes confidential information, prepares reports, manuals, agendas and general correspondence.Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Employees At All Levels Are Expected ToUnderstand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.Drive results and growth.Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.DisclaimerThis information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.SkillsCustomer Experience (CX); Strategic Selling; Advertising; Sales Calls; Negotiation; ProspectingSalaryPrimary Location Pay Range: $60,362.26 - $90,543.39Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.Targeted Commission: $36,100Our sales compensation programs offer the potential for significant upside above targeted earnings for those who overachieve their sales targets.Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. 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This job posting was last updated on 9/9/2025