Job DetailsCompany Overview *** Inc., is a *** company innovating in the digital age, a best-in-class operator and one of the most geographically diverse broadcasters in the U.S. with 64 television stations and two radio stations in 51 markets from coast to coast.
We are the largest owner of Big Four affiliates ( *** , *** , *** and *** ) in the top 25 markets among independent station groups and reach 41.7 million television households or approximately 39 percent of all TV households nationwide. Each month, *** reaches 75 million adults across our digital platforms. Across Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, *** stations have over 32 million social followers.
Our purpose is to serve the greater good of our communities - through empowering stories, impactful investigations and innovative marketing services.
What is the opportunity?
****9, *** 's flagship TV station and *** affiliate in Washington, DC is hiring an experienced advertising Account Executive!
We are constantly committed to innovation with state-of-the-art marketing solutions offering endless opportunities for our clients to thrive from linear TV, to digital video, OTT, and advanced attribution tactics.
You will be part of a team of successful advertising sellers and account managers, who manage high-volume account lists, and are passionate about helping their clients thrive. You will be responsible for growing revenue and share by effectively negotiating, packaging and recommending solutions that utilize our broadcast and digital assets.
What we offer?
- Winning, inclusive, supportive and fun culture
- Base + Uncapped Commissions
- List of accounts
- Leading and innovative *** products
- Resources to set you up for success
- Growth opportunities
- Generous benefits
- Purpose driven and employee-centric organization
ResponsibilitiesWhat we're looking for?
- You are a creative solutions-based seller who can develop ideas that produce results for our customers utilizing our multi-platform products
- You are experienced in *** sales
- You are eager to learn *** 's top-notch advertising product suite
- You are a hungry business developer wanting to uncover any opportunity
- You can ask for the order and close with customers
- You are detail-oriented and a multitasker
What will you do?
- Develop and expand client relationships by developing best-in-class marketing solutions;
- Maximize share of business from an assigned list of local and regional accounts
- Develop new revenue through selling sponsorships, digital solutions, and Premion OTT
- Maximize share of business from an assigned list of local and regional accounts
- Partner with Account Manager & Sales Assistant to provide exceptional customer ser *** to clients
- Partner with Account Manager & Sales Assistant to organize and prioritize business to successfully meet goals and deadlines
- Create effective verbal & written marketing presentations in collaboration with Account Manager, Marketing Specialist, Research Director, and Sales Assistants
- Manage day to day activity, pipeline, and forecasts using Salesforce
Job Requirements:
What you need?
- 2+ years of broadcast television sales or *** advertising sales experience
- Understanding of OTT
- Proven track record of and passion for business development
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience in using qualitative research and/or other marketing research tools
- Experience in WideOrbit and Salesforce preferred
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
- A valid driver's license with an excellent driving record, as well as reliable transportation and proof of insurance
- Travel: Rarely: less than 10%
- Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment
- Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.
About *** *** Inc
(NYSE: *** ) is an innovative *** company that serves the greater good of our communities
Across platforms, *** tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions
With 64 television stations in 51 U.S
markets, *** is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide
*** also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest
*** Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, *** 's OTT advertising service
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EEO statement:
*** Inc
is a proud equal opportunity employer
We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce
We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information
*** complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations.
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