Account Executive

About the Team

Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada, we are dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day. We live by the Golden Rule, operating with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. While Lamar is a large company, each office maintains its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.

We are a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement. Our sales team was rated #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably and named a "Best Company to Work For" by U.S. News & World Report. We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact.

About the Role

Our Sioux Falls, South Dakota office is seeking a Sales Account Executive to bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in the area. As a Sales Account Executive, you are the vital connection between Lamar and the communities we serve. You will use professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow not only Lamar's advertising sales but also our relationships within the community.

This role is for someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale. You will thrive in a people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback. Our goal is to promote all Sales Managers from within, offering ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential.

A Day in the Life

Your work will be a dynamic blend of office strategy and field execution. You will spend time in the office preparing proposals, researching prospects, and analyzing sales data, while the majority of your day is spent in the field visiting established clients and targeting new businesses. You will actively participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows to stay ahead of local and national competition. A typical day involves identifying growth areas, clustering accounts for efficiency, and presenting your solutions to clients with confidence and clarity.

Hiring Process

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 the position.

Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Lamar is an EEO/AA employer, including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve.

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 for employment.