Account Executive

This position offers you the opportunity to be part of the established sales team of account executives for a media leader in the Baton Rouge market. Melara Enterprises is seeking a goal-focused, creative and motivated salesperson who possesses a strong sense of ownership.

Reports to:

Sales Director

Department:

Sales

Who you are:

What you'll being doing:

compensation

Education Qualifications:

BA/BS University degree with a concentration in marketing, promotions, advertising sales, or business administration preferred

Experience and Software Qualifications:

One to five years of industry sales experience is preferred. Familiarity with office software and phone systems.

What you'll get:

In addition to a creative and happy work environment, Melara Enterprises is committed to providing its employees with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program.

The company provides full-time employees with a variety of optional benefits that may be selected based upon personal needs—some at no cost and for others, the cost is shared by Melara Enterprises and employees.

Perks and Benefits for Full-time employees:

• Two options for health insurance for you, your legal spouse and dependent children
• Dental care plan
• Vision care plan
• AFLAC Accident, Cancer and Life policies
• Basic life insurance policy
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance policies
• Employee Assistance Program
• Traditional and Roth 401k with company contribution
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Personal Time
• Paid Volunteer Day
• Paid Holidays
• Discounted YMCA membership
• Professional Development
• Employee Referral Reward Program
• Access to company and community events

Work Environment:

Melara Enterprises is a multimedia company that publishes 225 Magazine, inRegister, Baton Rouge Business Report, 10/12 Industry Report and a host of other specialty publications, websites and e-newsletters. We also provide custom creative solutions for clients through Studio E and leadership training for rising leaders through our Business Report Executive Leadership Academy.  

We offer a unique opportunity to be part of a national award-winning institution, a strong regional brand, and an organization with a rich history of excellence and community service. Career opportunities with us mean working hard to achieve our mission in a collaborative and inclusive culture, but also having fun together. We have a talented team with diverse people, ideas, interests, and skills. We embolden entrepreneurial spirit and we reward excellence and achievement.

Melara Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Physical requirements:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, stand, walk, use hands and arms, talk, hear, and view a computer monitor for extended periods. Lifting up to 30+lbs occurs occasionally.