Business Development Account Executive - Houston

Business Development Account Executive - Houston

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Texas Monthly has an immediate opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Business Development Account Executive in the Houston area who will play a key role in driving revenue growth by identifying, pitching, and closing advertising and branded content deals across Texas Monthly’s multimedia platforms — including digital
, CTV
, branded content
, social media
, podcasts
, and broadcast TV.

This is a client-facing, high-impact role ideal for a self-starter who understands the evolving media landscape and knows how to craft integrated campaigns that deliver results.

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Selling and executing integrated advertising campaigns across Texas Monthly platforms, including:
• Digital display and video
• Connected TV (CTV) and over-the-top TV (OTT)
• Branded content (custom editorial, native, and multimedia)
• Social media activations
• Podcast sponsor ships (pre-roll, mid-roll, and custom integrations)
• Broadcast TV
• Managing a dynamic sales pipeline: prospecting, engaging, scheduling meetings, and delivering tailored media proposals
• Partnering cross-functionally with content, marketing, ad operations, and production teams to ensure seamless campaign execution
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with agencies, brands, and media buyers to foster long-term partnerships
• Consistently meeting or exceeding quarterly and annual sales targets
• Staying ahead of media industry trends, competitive offerings, and emerging technologies to uncover new revenue opportunities

Successful candidates will possess the following skills/abilities:

• 3 or more years of media sales experience, ideally across digital platforms, CTV, podcasting, branded content, and traditional media (TV/Radio)
• Demonstrated success in consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Deep understanding of media buying cycles, digital marketing principles, and integrated campaign strategies
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with a consultative sales approach
• Highly organized and self-driven, with the ability to thrive both independently and within cross-functional teams
• Proficient in CRM platforms such as Salesforce or Hub Spot for managing sales pipelines, forecasting, and reporting
• Passion for storytelling, creativity, and the Texas Monthly brand

Preferred Qualifications:

• Existing relationships with agencies or brands in Texas and/or nationally
• Background in selling to lifestyle, financial, travel, or automotive
• Experience selling custom content or working with editorial teams

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary + commission structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Texas Monthly is an Equal Opportunity Employer.