Who are We?
Intersection is an experience-driven Out of Home media and technology company that delivers programming, consumer amenities, and advertising to cities. From free internet access to way-finding to real-time information, our products make city life easier and more sustainable. We further enrich cities with experiential programming that inspires and engages people throughout their day. With valuable, diverse audiences in America’s top cities, we provide innovative, data-driven solutions for brands to reach urbanites at scale.
What is the Role?
The Out-of-Home (OOH) industry is growing at an accelerated rate, and Intersection is leading the way. To support this growth, we’re seeking an Account Executive for our Chicago team. In this role, you'll be focused on driving new revenue for our media around Chicago and beyond. We’d prefer someone with media experience, but we’re open to an experienced seller who is looking to break into Advertising & Media sales.
A little about you: you're skilled at building relationships with prospects and clients. You’re a strategic thinker and planner. You have a proven sales track record. You’re hungry. You also have a proficient understanding of the Chicago market. Day to day you’ll be focused on developing new relationships and strengthening existing ones, all while building best in class campaigns. If this sounds exciting, we want to hear from you!
Within your first month, you will:
- Have started to familiarize yourself with the Out-Of-Home (OOH) advertising industry in general, and transit media specifically
- Have learned about the assets and inventory that we offer
- Have shadowed seasoned AE’s & managers - practicing approach, pitching Intersection as a company, and learning about client opportunities
- Gain an understanding of your clients’ needs, historical campaigns and media preferences
- Have started to prospect and cold call new businesses
Within your first 3-6 months, you will:
- Have a deep understanding of the OOH industry and how to make strategic pitches
- Be securing at least one face to face meeting per day
- Focus on strengthening your client/agency relationships through regular face-to-face meetings
- Be meeting and exceeding quarterly and annual targets
- Have a steady flow of revenue from new business prospects who will advertise with Intersection
You’re great for this role because:
- You have proven success meeting and exceeding sales targets
- You have strong client relationships in Chicago and a keen understanding of the market
- You have professional experience selling local media in the Chicago market (preferred)
- You are a self-starter with excellent time management, decision-making skills and a strong work ethic
- You have outstanding communication skills; excellent cross-functional collaboration and teamwork
- You have a competitive mindset, while also being a team player
Total Cash Compensation: $80,000- $100,000
At Intersection we celebrate every voice that makes us unique and every perspective that makes us grow. It’s our shared responsibility to create an equitable environment where every employee contributes to the culture of the company. Our products and offerings impact cities across the world and it’s our goal to represent the diversity and differences that make cities special. We will be relentless in that pursuit, because together we are better. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, and veteran status
