Account Executive

Under the direction of the AS Sales Manager, National Sales Manager, and Advertising Director, the Account Executive is responsible for business development and management of client relationships that result in advertising for The Daily Aztec and thedailyaztec.com while meeting and exceeding weekly sales goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Functions

Promoting The Daily Aztec and opportunities for industries to target their key demographic of college students
Cultivate new business opportunities with businesses that students should know about
Grow existing client relationships towards maximizing their Return on Investment
Adhere to contract, art and payment deadlines
Maintain organized and documented communication with clients
Submit new leads from competitor publications daily
Facilitate all record management requests for clients, in addition to aiding in any ad changing inquiries from the client

Safety

Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies
Adheres to Associated Students’ Code of Safe Practices
Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisor
Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediately

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum & Preferred Requirements

Education:

Maintain a professional and positive attitude with clients and colleagues at all times
Must be currently enrolled at San Diego State University, taking a minimum of 6 units
Preferred candidate will be a returning student for at least one additional school year

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Follow A.S. and Daily Aztec policies and procedures
Adhere to California and Federal Law with regards to ABC regulations

SCHEDULE & WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a part-time (20 hours/week), position with expected hours to be worked during business hours of Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking around campus. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires the individual to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers. This person will also spend time filing and have to do some lifting of supplies and materials from time to time, including banker boxes and files.

RELATIONSHIPS

Inside the Organization:

Reports to the AS Sales Manager, National Sales Manager, and Advertising Director
Consults with the Financial Supervisor and fellow Account Executive colleagues