Advertising Account Executive -- Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department

Job Posting Title

Advertising Account Executive -- Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department

Agency

566 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND RECREATION

Supervisory Organization

Department of Tourism and Recreation

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

This position pays $45,000 per year.

Job Description

Basic Purpose

The advertising account manager will work to secure advertising and sponsorship contracts for multiple products across OTRD's platforms. This includes print, digital, social media, podcasting, and events.  

Typical Functions

• Develop and foster relationships with potential clients; Maintain relationships with existing clients 
• Research prospects for new clients within a variety of vertical markets 
• Collaborate with clients on their marketing needs and goals; prepare client proposals that include our products and platforms that will best help meet the client goals 
• Stay current with advertising & marketing trends to identify best options and new opportunities for clients 
• Build and maintain professional networks within the tourism industry and other industries relevant to OTRD' s products 
• Work to secure group subscription accounts for Oklahoma Today with companies, where appropriate 
• Work to secure advertising sponsorships for opportunities as they arise 
• Renew expiring contracts and pitch for new contracts 
• Assist in creative briefs, spec ads, and ad design approval when necessary 
• When necessary, work with the production department to produce ads that are in line with the client's goals 

• Meet Assigned Deadlines

• Create and maintain daily/weekly/monthly schedules that will meet revenue goals 

• Maintain Accurate Records

• Deliver relevant information from clients about events and ideas to the editorial staff 
• Adhere to ASME and MPA guidelines regarding the separation of advertising and editorial content 

Education And Experience

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent; previous sales experience required. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies

• Strong customer service skills 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Comfortable working independently or in group settings 

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.