What skills do I need to become a Account Executive?
Asked by chair417
I have a BA in Broadcasting & Mass Comm. I work at a radio as a Traffic Assistant handling sales orders and scheduling commercials, but I want to become account executive. What do I need to know?

Best Answer:
Here is a site that has information on careers in account executives. there are three types listed; Public Relations Specialists # Although employment is projected to grow faster than average, keen competition is expected for entry-level jobs. # Opportunities should be best for college graduates who combine a degree in public relations, journalism, or another communications-related field with a public relations internship or other related work experience. # Creativity, initiative, and the ability to communicate effectively are essential Advertising and Public Relations Services * Competition for many jobs will be keen because the glamour of the industry traditionally attracts many more jobseekers than there are job openings. * California and New York together account for about 1 in 5 firms and more than 1 in 4 workers in the industry. * Layoffs are common when accounts are lost, major clients cut budgets, or agencies merge. Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers * Keen competition for jobs is expected. * College graduates with related experience, a high level of creativity, strong communication skills, and computer skills should have the best job opportunities. * High earnings, substantial travel, and long hours, including evenings and weekends, are common. the site cover all the aspects of each of the catagoes of jobs * Nature of the Work * Working Conditions * Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement * Employment * Job Outlook * Earnings * Related Occupations * Sources of Additional Information
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos086.htm http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs030.htm http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos020.htm
Answered by Wicked