Lamar Advertising
LAMAR ADV OF DES MOINES
Lamar Outdoor of Des Moines
4131 109TH STREET
URBANDA, IA 50332, USA
Overview Are you in search of a workplace that thrives on community connections through advertising? We’re hiring a Sales Account Executive (salary + commission) to join our Des Moines, Iowa office and help bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Urbandale, IA and the surrounding areas. We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale, big or small.
Rated #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably , our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve. Our AEs meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow Lamar advertising sales and our community relationships.
Why Lamar?
Lamar Advertising has been named a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking.
A Monday–Friday schedule with paid holidays, combining time in-office and in the field
First-year earning potential of
$60,000-$75,000
including commissions (dependent on experience and selling ability)
A commission-based pay structure with an annual base salary of
$26,050
No commission cap; unlimited earning potential as you grow your book of business
Monthly auto and cell allowances for work-related expenses
What can you expect from us?
Comprehensive six-week training program with opportunities to participate in Lamar Sales School
Multiple medical plan options and a health savings account
Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
Dental and vision insurance
Short and long-term disability and paid parental leave
120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
12 paid company holidays including Presidents Day and Juneteenth
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) plan with company match
Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs
Advancement opportunities; goal to promote all Sales Managers from within
What we’re looking for in YOU
Comfort making cold calls over the phone and in person
Ability to make oral presentations and clearly articulate policies and procedures
Commitment to inclusivity and effective communication with diverse backgrounds
Motivation to learn new technology and systems
Strong time management and self-organization
Willingness to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry
Professional written and verbal communication
Ability to perform under fluctuating workloads
Strong relationship-building and trust-gaining skills
Ability to meet a sales quota using general sales techniques
Intrinsic self-motivation to overcome challenges and meet goals
Resilience in response to rejection
Education and experience
Current and valid driver’s license required
College degree preferred
Previous outdoor advertising sales experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
CRM experience preferred
Please note:
Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8–15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test. Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position.
Disability accommodation:
Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com
A day in the life On a regular basis, you will:
Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports
Target businesses in the assigned area and visit each established Lamar client as well as competitor clients within a specified time frame
Exhibit working knowledge of local and national competition
Cluster accounts to work them efficiently
Identify potential growth areas and open new accounts
Use Lamar computer tools to locate prospects and follow up on leads, and prepare proposals and presentations
Develop presentation skills and deliver to clients regularly
Develop product knowledge and selling skills
Participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows
Perform administrative duties: maintain sales plans, follow up on client production orders, and keep records of clients and sales activity
Physical demands and work environment
Combination of office work and field sales calls
Light lifting; reading with color distinction and depth perception; sit
Nights away from home traveling less than 10%
Who we are
Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world, with over 351,000 displays across the United States and Canada. We provide ad space through hand-painted murals, transportation and airports, and the largest network of digital billboards in the United States. We strive to operate with honesty and integrity and have a family-like culture at each office.
We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and aim to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2026.
Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and other protected characteristics.
Please note:
Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered.
Equal opportunity and communications:
Lamar may contact you via email or text regarding job opportunities. You may opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying STOP to texts. Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity statements:
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Overview Are you in search of a workplace that thrives on community connections through advertising? We’re hiring a Sales Account Executive (salary + commission) to join our Des Moines, Iowa office and help bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Urbandale, IA and the surrounding areas. We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale, big or small.
Rated #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably , our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve. Our AEs meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow Lamar advertising sales and our community relationships.
Why Lamar?
Lamar Advertising has been named a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking.
A Monday–Friday schedule with paid holidays, combining time in-office and in the field
First-year earning potential of
$60,000-$75,000
including commissions (dependent on experience and selling ability)
A commission-based pay structure with an annual base salary of
$26,050
No commission cap; unlimited earning potential as you grow your book of business
Monthly auto and cell allowances for work-related expenses
What can you expect from us?
Comprehensive six-week training program with opportunities to participate in Lamar Sales School
Multiple medical plan options and a health savings account
Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
Dental and vision insurance
Short and long-term disability and paid parental leave
120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
12 paid company holidays including Presidents Day and Juneteenth
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) plan with company match
Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs
Advancement opportunities; goal to promote all Sales Managers from within
What we’re looking for in YOU
Comfort making cold calls over the phone and in person
Ability to make oral presentations and clearly articulate policies and procedures
Commitment to inclusivity and effective communication with diverse backgrounds
Motivation to learn new technology and systems
Strong time management and self-organization
Willingness to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry
Professional written and verbal communication
Ability to perform under fluctuating workloads
Strong relationship-building and trust-gaining skills
Ability to meet a sales quota using general sales techniques
Intrinsic self-motivation to overcome challenges and meet goals
Resilience in response to rejection
Education and experience
Current and valid driver’s license required
College degree preferred
Previous outdoor advertising sales experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
CRM experience preferred
Please note:
Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8–15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test. Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position.
Disability accommodation:
Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com
A day in the life On a regular basis, you will:
Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports
Target businesses in the assigned area and visit each established Lamar client as well as competitor clients within a specified time frame
Exhibit working knowledge of local and national competition
Cluster accounts to work them efficiently
Identify potential growth areas and open new accounts
Use Lamar computer tools to locate prospects and follow up on leads, and prepare proposals and presentations
Develop presentation skills and deliver to clients regularly
Develop product knowledge and selling skills
Participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows
Perform administrative duties: maintain sales plans, follow up on client production orders, and keep records of clients and sales activity
Physical demands and work environment
Combination of office work and field sales calls
Light lifting; reading with color distinction and depth perception; sit
Nights away from home traveling less than 10%
Who we are
Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world, with over 351,000 displays across the United States and Canada. We provide ad space through hand-painted murals, transportation and airports, and the largest network of digital billboards in the United States. We strive to operate with honesty and integrity and have a family-like culture at each office.
We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and aim to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2026.
Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and other protected characteristics.
Please note:
Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered.
Equal opportunity and communications:
Lamar may contact you via email or text regarding job opportunities. You may opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying STOP to texts. Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity statements:
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
#Reg55ID #EarlyTalent
#J-18808-Ljbffr