Strategic Accounts Manager

Nexstar Open · verified Sep 23, 2026

VA, Roanoke Full-time Manager Account Management

At a glance

Mid-level Account Management role at Nexstar. VA, Roanoke · full-time · $60,000 base.

SalaryStated by Nexstar

$60,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

RoleAccount Management

SeniorityManager

LocationVA, Roanoke

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$60,000

PostedSep 16, 2026 · 7d ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Grow new and existing digital accounts with the sales team and pursue fresh local-business opportunities
Build relationships with local businesses, then shape digital plans around what makes each client distinctive
Prospect, qualify, close, and expand new business through calls and client presentations
Oversee digital campaigns with sellers and vendors, making updates and sharing performance feedback
Handle advertising rates, creative production, order entry, contracts, follow-up, and collections

What you bring

A bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, mass communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Working knowledge of digital media and the ability to recommend digital products to sellers and decision makers
A valid driver’s license paired with an acceptable driving history
Comfort using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic office equipment

Who this fits

You’ll suit a client-facing sales role focused on local businesses, digital advertising, account growth, and campaign coordination. Organization, attention to detail, and willingness to learn matter in a fast-changing setting. The position is based with WFXR in Roanoke, Virginia, and requires a valid driver’s license.

From the employer

Do you love new technology, social or digital media?

If so, let’s talk! We may have the perfect role for you! WFXR in Roanoke, Virginia, is looking for a Digital Strategist to join our team as a Strategic Account Manager.

We serve Roanoke, Lynchburg, the New River Valley and surrounding counties, with digital reach across the world. You’ll work alongside our sales team with local businesses to find out what makes them unique and help craft creative plans to share that information using our digital tools.

Job Description for the Digital Sales Executive:

Working with the existing team to help grow existing and new digital accounts.
Implement strategies to consistently grow digital revenue.

Establishes credible relationships with local business community.
Prospect, qualify, close, and grow NEW business.
Makes sales calls on prospective clients.
Work with the sales team to prepare and deliver sales presentations to clients.
Continue to learn and implement new strategies and products.
Work with sales team and vendors to oversee client campaigns, updating them as needed, and providing feedback to clients on campaign performance.
Provides clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all media.
Work with creative services in the production of client’s creative elements for digital advertising campaigns.
Responsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up, and collections.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Strong knowledge of the digital space
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a fast-paced change-oriented environment
Ability to advise sellers and decision makers on digital opportunities and products
Proficiency in MS Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint and basic office equipment required.

What’s in it for you:

Unlimited earning potential – good commission rates and bonuses
Reliable bi-weekly paychecks
Great benefits – Medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, legal support and more

Salary: $60,000 annual

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