Online Marketing Account Executive

Posted on: 2008-02-17

AMY C. WRIGHT 3798 Kenwood Avenue, Memphis TN 38122 901.218.7809 • [email protected] OBJECTIVE To obtain a challenging position with an industry leader where demonstrated skills in sales and customer service can be translated into improved growth opportunities and responsibilities. SUMMARY OF SKILLS Proven ability to manage key account relationships and large-scale projects. Experience with presenting to senior management, representing senior management, meeting with customers, training and assisting dealers. Proficient in Adobe (Acrobat, Distiller, Illustrator, Photoshop CS), QuarkXpress, Microsoft Office XP (Access, Excel, Entourage, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word), on both Mac and PC platforms. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Account Executive August 2007 to Present Clear Channel Worldwide, Memphis, TN Total Traffic & On-line Marketing Sell advertising for six Memphis radio stations; including on-line products, streaming commercials and Total Traffic sponsorships to local businesses Develop sales forecasts and product pricing Build relationships with clients by establishing key accounts from primary and secondary accounts Provide consultative services and internet solutions to firms Prospect for new business potentials Account Specialist July 2004 to August 2007 Advertising Checking Bureau, Inc., Memphis, TN General Motors Customer-supplier alignment liaison for GM's Business Central division Responsible for 2004-2006 contract renewal; $6 million in business annually Suggestions were often implemented by management, such as use of a call center suite to increase productivity, reduce expenses and ensure outstanding customer service Headed customer service, production, client meetings, and new projects Maintained daily contact with regional sales consultants Customer Service Representative February 2004 to July 2004 Advertising Checking Bureau, Inc., Memphis, TN Shell Production team lead Customer service support via phone, Internet, and e-mail Placed fulfillment orders with client Project Manager November 2002 to January 2004 CoAMS South, Memphis, TN Pennzoil & Quaker State Managed program production while insuring quality assurance Coordinated training of staff EDUCATION The University of Memphis, 2007 Memphis Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Advertising ACTIVITIES AMERICAN ADVERTISING FEDERATION Secretary and Treasurer for The University of Memphis student chapter 2007 NATIONAL STUDENT ADVERTISING COMPETITION Awarded Best Media Plan in District 7 SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL JOURNALISTS