Now Hiring - APA Media LLC - Account Executive in Tampa, FL

Full description of the position

Job Title: Account Executive (In-Office - Tuesday to Friday) Company: APA Media Job Type: Full-time Location: Tampa, FL (N. Armenia Ave. & W. Busch Blvd.) APA Media is seeking a motivated and results-driven Account Executive to join our growing in-office team. This role is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with advertising partners. All client interactions are conducted via phone and email--no in-person client meetings , but this is a fully in-office position , not remote. The ideal candidate is professional, self-motivated, and excels in both sales and customer service. Strong time management and communication skills are essential. This is a great opportunity for someone seeking long-term growth, performance-based incentives, and a stable career path.

Key Responsibilities

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• Proactively research and build your client database using allotted lead generation hours (initial leads provided; ongoing lead generation is your responsibility)
• Present advertising opportunities to potential clients and close deals with the goal of building lasting business relationships
• Develop new business through outreach and networking, converting prospects into long-term partners
• Maintain ongoing communication with existing clients to support retention and repeat business

Requirements

& Skills:

• Applicants MUST have a clear voice and concise articulation, as this is a strictly over-the-phone position. Phone interviews may be conducted prior to in-person interviews.
• Prior experience as an Account Executive or in a sales-related role preferred
• Understanding of market research, sales strategies, and negotiation techniques
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, etc.)
• Familiarity with CRM systems and basic headset operation is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities (we do not micro-manage)
• Driven, enthusiastic, and relationship-oriented

Compensation

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Benefits

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• Base Salary: $40,000 per year
• Commission:
• 15% commission on self-closed deals
• 10% commission on deals closed with assistance from a senior representative
• Example: Two $4,000 deals/week = $800 weekly commission on top of base pay
• Work Schedule: Tuesday -Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (in-office)
• Additional Perks:
• Paid training
• Paid holidays (You receive a FULL paid week off for Thanksgiving, TWO full paid weeks off for Christmas/Winter Break, plus some additional federal holidays, including Independence Day!)
• Regular bonuses and performance-based incentives
• 90-day performance review and PTO becomes available
• Recognition for strong performance Why Join APA Media? We value our team and recognize great work. You'll have the tools, flexibility, and support you need to succeed in a collaborative, professional, and growth-oriented environment. If you're passionate about sales and want to grow your career with a supportive company, we'd love to hear from you. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits

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• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person