Multimedia Account Manager

About the Mitchell Republic & Forum Communications Company
The Mitchell Republic has served the community for nearly 150 years, earning recognition for excellence in journalism and community impact. As part of Forum Communications Company - a family-owned media and technology organization - we provide innovative marketing and business solutions across the Upper Midwest, collectively reaching millions of readers each month. We believe in doing meaningful work, supporting one another, and helping our clients and communities thrive.

Forum Communications Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. FCC does not currently offer employer sponsorship.

Summary

This role as a Multimedia Account Manager is an autonomous, consultative sales position focused on partnering with local businesses in the Mitchell community to design and deliver multi-channel advertising solutions. Rather than simply selling ad inventory, the role centers on strategic discovery, relationship-building, and tailoring cross-platform marketing campaigns—across print, digital, broadcast, and social media—to achieve measurable client ROI. 

About the Role 

This is a relationship-driven sales role where curiosity, creativity, and strategic thinking lead to success. If you enjoy building authentic partnerships and solving challenges, and love uncovering opportunities where smart solutions can make a real difference, this is the spot for you!

What You’ll Do

• Own your territory, building and growing a strong book of business through networking, prospecting, relationship development, and account management 
• Uncover what clients truly need – and then present compelling, customized proposals with strategic business solutions that align with their goals 
• Lead with strategy, not inventory, recommending what is best for the individual client, not what “needs to be sold” (Are you seeing the beauty of customization yet?)
• Operate with autonomy to implement integrated campaigns that drive results, not just fill ad space 
• Collaborate with in-house creative teams to develop and execute high-quality campaigns and bring ideas to life across digital, print, social media, broadcast, and other channels
• Own the outcome - monitor campaign performance, optimize results, and demonstrate clear ROI

What You Bring

• Previous sales experience strongly preferred (media or marketing experience is a plus, but not required.) 
• Bonus if you are a proven closer with a track record of hitting and exceeding revenue goals; double bonus if you’ve got a solid understanding of traditional and digital media landscapes. 
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills - You know how to pitch the sale, knowing that you’re bringing true value to the table.
• Highly charismatic with a competitive drive - people trust you, follow you, and buy from you.
• A strategic, entrepreneurial mindset – you’re ready to take control of your pipeline, your strategy, and your earning potential.
• Valid driver’s license, insurable driving record, and required vehicle insurance.      

What You’ll Love About This Role

• Autonomy & flexibility – Manage your schedule and approach 
• Earning potential – Expected annual earnings of $60,000–$90,000/year based on performance 
• Meaningful work – Make a visible impact on local businesses in the Mitchell community      
• Collaborative culture – Work with a supportive, creative team 
• Strong benefits package - health, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid short-term disability and life insurance; paid maternity and parental leave; retirement benefits; generous paid time off and paid volunteer hours; additional wellness and supplemental coverage options available

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we’re so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest’s leading media organizations, we’re driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.