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Clear Channel Outdoor

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Minneapolis Office : Writing this for others to avoid wasting their time here. - Account Executive Clear Channel Outdoor Employee Review

1.0
Mar 9, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Compensation is low, commission can be high. Really the only pro I can think of.

Cons

-Very boring role for a salesperson. Billboard advertising is far less appealing for an advertising medium these days versus others. Unless it’s a large national account (which are given to very tenured employees) clients/prospective clients often don’t find the product worth the cost. - Terrible culture. If you are a millennial or younger, you will hate this job. It’s the opposite of an idealistic sales culture. Bi-weekly bowling was offered to the sales team, but it was frowned upon by management if you left work and went to this “encouraged outing”. - They have an HR hotline versus an actual specific person to speak with. - Lack of ability to sell value on the product. Unreliable data and statistics to be able to present to clients or prospective clients. - Poor management: This one I can not stress enough... Unprofessional, lacking empathy, knowledge, and support. Displayed unprofessional behavior at company events and often let personal life intertwine with work life. Clearly display favoritism amongst employees. Often was told to “refer to the employee handbook” when they were addressed with important/concerning employee questions. - Poor training program. All trainings were outdated from 2015 or earlier and were all pre-recorded. No training or support from management when requested... -Terrible employee benefit offerings and PTO - Poor offerings for parents who need to take maternity/paternity leave - Lack of diversity and inclusion - Base pay is very low - No reimbursement for gas/mileage if you have to use your car. The office has 2 company cars employees may use, but if those are not available, you have to pay your own gas, etc.

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Pros

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Cons

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Pros

Clear Channel Outdoor’s portfolio is genuinely impressive, and being part of one of the top three brands in out‑of‑home gives the role real weight. The job is especially rewarding when you’re helping SMB clients grow their visibility and watching their businesses evolve, while also supporting major brands in staying consistent and on‑message across markets. The product itself is strong, and when you’re in front of clients, you feel the value of what you’re selling.

Cons

Compensation for account executives could be more competitive, especially given the expectations and revenue responsibilities of the role. Improving base pay and commission structures would go a long way toward reducing the high turnover seen in many markets. Additionally, corporate tends to centralize decision‑making, which can limit local leadership’s ability to scale business based on the realities of their specific markets. Giving local teams more autonomy would create a better employee experience and ultimately drive stronger revenue performance.

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