Overview
Axios is a media company dedicated to delivering trustworthy, award-winning news. They are building a new category of local revenue generation and are hiring Local Market Builders to help scale Axios Local across key markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and own a book of business from day one, leveraging existing relationships with local decision-makers.
- Prospect, pitch, and close new local advertisers across various sectors.
- Develop repeatable revenue streams through renewals and long-term partnerships.
- Serve as the Axios brand ambassador in-market, attending events and collaborating with editorial teams.
- Create and manage a high-volume pipeline of deals.
- Operate with a founder mindset — owning outcomes and testing approaches.
Requirements
- 5–8+ years in sales, digital media, advertising, or a related field.
- Strong connections in the local market and ability to monetize relationships.
- Proven success in building a book of business and generating revenue.
- Strong communicator and relationship builder.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and longer ramp periods.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure.
- Guaranteed additional $5,000 per month for the first 4 months.
- 401(k) with employer match and health insurance options.
- Generous vacation policy, paid sick leave, and mental health resources.
- Learning and development stipend, work-from-home stipend, and more.
Location
This is a remote position based in Miami, FL.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through Axios' career page.
Deadline
Not specified.