Job Title: Account Executive
Location: Northern Indiana/Southern Michigan
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: VP of Sales
Position Summary
We are seeking an energetic, service-driven Account Executive to grow advertising partnerships
across the agricultural community. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced
environment, enjoys building relationships, and has a strong appreciation for agriculture and rural
life.
The successful candidate will serve as a trusted marketing partner to agribusiness clients while
helping package on-air, digital, and network platforms into effective, results-driven campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
- Prospect and develop new advertising relationships while maintaining a high level of service
for existing clients. - Work in conjunction with the VP of Sales to package network platforms into comprehensive
marketing programs that meet client goals. - Secure ad campaign materials—including scripts, pre-produced commercials, and digital
ads—from customers and deliver them to production and programming teams for insertion. - Provide proof-of-performance reports to clients for in-program commercials and digital
campaigns. - Coordinate client interviewees and story topics with news reporters.
- Take client meetings via phone, video conference, and in person.
- Attend industry events and trade shows for booth staffing, networking, and promotional
photography. - Track account activity, campaign performance, and sales pipelines accurately.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Ideal Candidate Qualities
The right person for this role:
- Provides a level of service customers remember—and share with others.
- Is confident in social settings and has a genuine appreciation for agriculture.
- Has a sincere desire to serve clients and always acts in their best interest.
- Handles declined offers or unreturned calls with professionalism and resilience.
- Is flexible with work hours when events or client needs require early mornings or late afternoons.
Technical & Professional Skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Familiarity with Adobe Express and social media analytics tools preferred
- Graphic design experience is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organized and detail-oriented with follow-through
Preferred Background
- Prior sales or account management experience, preferably in media, advertising, or agriculture-related fields
- Knowledge of farming, agribusiness, or rural communities strongly preferred
- Experience selling digital or multi-platform advertising solutions a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus bonuses
- Benefits package includes retirement plan and paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Remote work
Submit your resume to eric@hoosieragtoday.com.
