As Canada’s second-largest commercial radio broadcaster, Vista Radio Ltd operates over 70 radio stations and digital news portals across three provinces and the Northwest Territories! Each of our stations is deeply rooted in the communities we serve while retaining local voices, building strong connections, and delivering stories that matter. Paired with dynamic digital portals, our stations provide 24/7 access to timely, trusted, and hyper-local content, keeping our audiences informed, engaged, and connected.
Account Executive - Dawson Creek, BC / Fort St. John, BC
Your next big break is here…as a Sales Account Executive with Vista Radio in Dawson Creek / Fort St. John, BC. We need a versatile, hard-working person with a positive, can-do attitude to fill some big shoes in a great city.
This is a great opportunity to advance your career and develop your sales skills with a fast-growing company in an awesome place to live and work. Be part of the Dawson Creek and Peace River Region community – LIVE, WORK & PLAY here!
About the Job:
Vista Radio has an immediate opening for an Account Executive, based in Dawson Creek, British Columbia – also servicing clients across the Peace Region including Fort Nelson and Fort St. John, and right through to Grande Prairie, Alberta.
Description:
Developing and managing marketing campaigns for clients that integrate radio and digital strategies to help clients achieve their business goals.
Providing on-going customer support to an existing client base to ensure optimal service levels at all times.
Creating new campaigns, managing existing campaigns, and finding opportunities for growing client accounts.
Developing new business and new revenue streams from unassigned accounts, and developing creative sales strategies and proposals for potential clients.
Meeting and exceeding monthly/quarterly/yearly revenue targets.
Managing accounts receivables for your accounts.
Requirements:
Sales experience or entrepreneurial background required
Experience with commission structured pay plans an asset, with training available to the right candidate specifically in media sales
A positive, friendly and consultative customer service approach
High level of initiative, self-motivated and goal-oriented
Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong computer skills - specifically Microsoft Office products – is essential
Knowledge of vCreative and Wide Orbit is a bonus
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Exceptional prospecting and networking skills
Conceptual, creative thinker and problem solver
Enjoys a fast-paced work environment that is based on team & individual effort
A positive, friendly manner and customer service approach
A valid driver’s license and reliable fully insured automobile
Compensation:
This is a commission-based role with unlimited earning potential. At no point will employees earn less than minimum wage. Once commissions are earned, compensation is based on the revenue generated from client sales. High-performing Account Executives have the potential to significantly exceed the base earnings, with no cap on commissions. Your success is directly tied to your ability to drive revenue and build strong client relationships.
Vista Radio’s Vault of Benefits
At Vista Radio, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community of people committed to making a difference. Whether we're delivering local news, playing your favorite tunes, or supporting events that bring people together, we care about our team and the communities we serve. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that ensures your health, well-being, and financial future are taken care of, all while working in an environment where fun and collaboration thrive.
Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
?? Health & Dental Coverage – Comprehensive plans for individuals and families.
?? RRSP Program with DPSP Matching – Save for your future with our RRSP program, and Vista will match your contributions into a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP).
?? Short-term & Long-term Disability – Income protection when life throws you a curveball.
?? Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) – Confidential, 24/7 access to mental health, counseling, and other professional support services.
??? Annual Vacation & Stat Holidays – Paid time off, including recognized federal statutory holidays, to help you recharge and enjoy life.
?? Life & Optional Life Insurance Protection for you and your loved ones when you need it most.
?? Virtual Care – 24/7/365 access to professional healthcare online, making it easier to stay on top of your wellness.
?? Work in the Communities We Serve – As part of Vista Radio, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact locally, strengthening the bonds that connect us to the communities we proudly serve.
Application Instructions
Apply online on our company website!
On our company website, click the "Apply" button on the tap left corner of the job posting to get started!
If you experience any difficulty with submitting your application online, please contact Mary-Anne Laverman, Human Resources Advisor at mlaverman@vistaradio.ca
At Vista Radio Ltd, we are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the various communities in which we operate. Accommodations are available for all employees and applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please advise when submitting your application.
