Account Executive

**Account Executive: Out-of-Home Advertising**

Are you a self-motivated, results-driven sales professional looking for the freedom to manage your own schedule while earning an amazing income?

Branded Cities is expanding, and we’re looking for a dynamic **Account Executive**to join our Ottawa team. If you’re passionate about building strong client relationships, excelling in your craft and making an impact in the local advertising industry, this is your opportunity to shine.

**Who are we?**

Branded Cities is Canada's premier Out-of-Home (OOH) media company, specializing in iconic digital and static advertising displays. **We offer the best of both worlds, a small-company culture with big-company benefits.**

From hard-to-reach local suburbs in Ottawa to landmark locations like Toronto's Yonge and Dundas, New York’s Times Square, and the Las Vegas Strip, Branded Cities have been empowering brands to connect with their audiences through our innovative OOH advertising services since 1996.

**About this role**:
As an **Account Executive**, you will play a key role in driving sales and expanding our client base across Ottawa and beyond.

**Is this the right fit for you? In this role, you will**:

- Actively identify, develop, and manage relationships with new and existing clients through proactive outreach and regular communication.
- Effectively engage with potential and existing customers to foster strong relationships and deliver outstanding service.
- Proactively initiative first contact through networking and cold outreach to generate new opportunities and ensure the achievement of quarterly and annual revenue targets.
- Ask potential clients calibrated questions to understand marketing objectives, target audience, and budget to develop effective advertising solutions.
- Create a compelling proposal which highlights the benefits of OOH advertising and demonstrate how it will advance client objectives.
- Effectively manage objections, pivot as necessary to negotiate terms & pricing and close deals with confidence.
- Monitor the implementation of advertising campaigns, ensure timely delivery of creative assets, and pacing against key performance metrics.
- Proactively maintain ongoing relationships with existing clients, address concerns, and ensure client satisfaction.
- Stay informed with consumer trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to build effective campaigns and identify new business opportunities.
- **3-5 years of experience** in media sales, advertising, or similar sales activities.
- Proven ability to **prospect, build rapport, negotiate, and close deals** with confidence.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with a **client-first** mindset.
- A high level of self-motivation, adaptability, and the ability to problem solve and work independently.
- Proficiency in **Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook**.
- A **bachelor’s degree in business, marketing**, or equivalent experience in the industry.
- In-depth understanding of the Canadian advertising market and media landscape in a bonus.
- A vehicle and a valid driver’s license.

**What you’ll love about Branded Cities**:

- Competitive **base salary + commission + bonuses.**:

- **Full benefits** package, plus a Lifestyle Spending Account.
- **RRSP matching** to help you plan for your future.
- **Entertainment Expense Account** for client engagement.
- A fun, high-energy culture where we **work hard and play harder**.

**Ready to Take the Next Step?**

If this opportunity excites you, we want to hear from you Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Commission pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person