Jobs | 94.7 The Country Giant

Are you energetic, self-motivated, and passionate about helping local businesses grow? If so, Cookeville Communications wants to hear from you!

We’re home to some of the region’s favorite radio stations:
🎶 94.7 The Country Giant
🎶 98.5 KISS FM
🎶 106.1 The Eagle
🎶 107.7 Grace FM

We’re currently seeking Account Executives to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to represent well-known local brands while working closely with business owners and marketing teams to develop advertising solutions that deliver results.

What You’ll Do:

Work with local and regional businesses to identify their marketing needs
Develop and present custom advertising campaigns across our stations and platforms
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Meet and exceed sales goals and performance metrics

What We’re Looking For:

Energetic self-starters who thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
A passion for helping businesses succeed
Prior sales or marketing experience is a plus, but not required

What We Offer:

A fun and supportive team environment
Established brands with loyal audiences
Training and development opportunities
Competitive compensation based on performance

Ready to bring your energy and ambition to the airwaves?

📧 Apply today by emailing your resume to hr@gpmnow.com or by filling out the form below.

Cookeville Communications is an equal opportunity employer

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Tell us about yourself and your experience in sales. What drew you to a career in sales, and why are you interested in radio advertising specifically? *

Describe your most successful sales achievement. What was the situation, what actions did you take, and what was the outcome? *

Give an example of a time when you identified a sales opportunity without being prompted by a manager or team. *

How did you discover the opportunity, and what steps did you take to pursue it? *

How do you plan and organize your workday to maximize productivity without direct supervision? Provide a specific example of a day or week where you managed your time effectively to achieve sales goals. *

Describe a situation where you had to learn a new skill or product knowledge on your own to close a sale. What resources did you use, and how did you apply what you learned? *

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How do you stay driven during challenging periods, such as when facing rejections or slow sales cycles? *

Tell us about a time when you set a personal or professional sales goal and exceeded it. What was the goal, how did you achieve it, and what drove you to go beyond the target? *

How do you handle a situation where a client says “no” to your pitch? Provide an example of how you turned a rejection into a future opportunity or learned from it to improve. *

Why do you enjoy working in sales, particularly in a dynamic medium like radio? *

What aspects of the sales process (e.g., building relationships, closing deals, creating campaigns) excite you the most? *

Describe a time when you went above and beyond to win a client’s trust or business. What actions did you take, and how did your enthusiasm influence the outcome? *

How would you pitch the value of radio advertising to a skeptical business owner who is focused on digital marketing? Provide a brief example of your pitch and explain why you believe in radio’s effectiveness. *

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What role does positivity and energy play in your sales approach? Provide an example of how your positive attitude influenced a client or colleague. *

Why do you believe you’re the best fit for this radio sales position? - Highlight specific skills, experiences, or qualities that demonstrate your ability to excel as a self-starter, motivated, and enthusiastic salesperson. *