Salem Media Group

National Account Executive Podcast

Salem Media Group$100K — $110K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Houston, TX
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in national audio, podcast, digital media, or network/agency sales with a proven track record of closing new business and exceeding revenue targets.
  • Established national advertiser and/or agency relationships with the ability to open doors quickly.
  • Deep understanding of podcast ad formats including host endorsements, DAI, branded content, and sponsorship integrations.
  • Strategic, consultative seller who builds integrated campaigns and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex media strategies.
  • Proficient in CRM and disciplined in pipeline management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new revenue by prospecting and opening doors with national brands, agencies, and organizations aligned with Salem’s audience.
  • Sell premium podcast inventory through host endorsements and dynamic ad insertion while building integrated campaigns.
  • Leverage existing client and agency relationships to convert into revenue.
  • Navigate the host endorsement process including exclusivity and talent approval.
  • Create insight-led proposals that translate audience data into measurable results for advertisers.
  • Exceed monthly revenue targets and maintain an accurate sales pipeline.

Benefits

  • Work with influential conservative and faith-based podcast talent.
  • Uncapped earning potential with a competitive base salary and commission.
  • Opportunity to build a national podcast monetization engine within an established media company.
  • Access to Salem’s full platform for unmatched multi-channel campaigns.
  • Competitive pay structure and health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan and paid holidays/vacation.
Full Job Description
Overview

Salem Podcast Network, a division of Salem Media Group, is seeking a high-energy, results-driven Senior Podcast Sales Executive to drive new business and grow revenue across our national podcast network. Salem Podcast Network is the fastest-growing podcast network in the conservative and faith-based space, home to some of the most influential voices in media today.

 

  • We’re seeking a senior sales professional with deep national media relationships who can monetize premium podcast inventory through host endorsements, dynamic ad insertion (DAI), branded content, and sponsorship integrations.
  • This is a sales role focused on opening doors, closing business, and building long-term advertiser partnerships.
  • Ideal background: national audio sales, podcast advertising, digital media, or network/agency sales at a major media company.

 

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

  • Develop new revenue by prospecting and opening doors with national brands, agencies, DTC companies, and organizations aligned with Salem’s audience.
  • Sell premium podcast inventory (host endorsements and DAI) while building integrated campaigns across Salem’s broader One World platform: radio, Salem News Channel, Townhall Media, Influencer Network, Cultivate, and Salem’s owned and operated digital properties.
  • Bring your existing client and agency relationships to the table and convert them into revenue.
  • Navigate Salem’s host endorsement process, including category exclusivity and talent approval requirements.
  • Develop insight-led, prescriptive proposals that translate audience engagement and performance data into measurable results for advertisers.
  • Exceed revenue targets each month and maintain a healthy, accurate pipeline.

 

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years in national audio, podcast, digital media, or network/agency sales with a proven track record of closing new business and exceeding revenue targets.
  • Established national advertiser and/or agency relationships with the ability to open doors quickly.
  • Deep understanding of podcast ad formats: host endorsements, DAI, branded content, sponsorship integrations, and performance-driven campaigns.
  • Strategic, consultative seller who builds integrated campaigns (not just sells inventory) and thrives in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.
  • Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to make complex media strategies feel simple and compelling.
  • CRM proficiency and disciplined pipeline management.

Who Will Thrive Here

  • Hunters who love getting in front of the right person and building something.
  • Sellers who understand audiences, trust, and the power of host credibility in driving advertiser results.
  • Professionals who can convert influence into revenue.
  • Individuals who can quickly identify and open meaningful conversations with key decision-makers.
  • People who align with conservative and/or Christian values. You don’t just sell this product... you believe in it.

 

Benefits

Why Salem Podcast Network

  • Work with the most influential roster of conservative and faith-based podcast talent in the country.
  • Uncapped earning potential (competitive base + commission).
  • Opportunity to build a national podcast monetization engine inside an established, publicly traded media company.
  • Access to Salem’s full One World platform to architect multi-channel campaigns no competitor can match.
  • Competitive pay structure based on experience.
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Paid holidays and vacation time.

 

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Compensation$100,000 - $110,000

About Salem Media Group

Salem Media Group is a broadcasting company that owns and operates radio stations, websites, and other media properties. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Camarillo, California. Salem's radio stations feature conservative talk, Christian teaching and talk, and contemporary Christian music. The company also operates websites that provide news, commentary, and other content related to conservative politics and Christian faith. Salem has a national presence with stations and websites in over 40 markets across the United States. The company is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange.
Learn more about Salem Media Group
Size
1,173 employees
Market Cap
$28.8 million
Industry
Net Income
-$54 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
-1.2%
Revenue
$236.2 million
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