Gray Television, Inc is hiring: MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WCTV in Tallahassee

Overview

WCTV, a -year-old, Gray Media Group powerhouse station, in Sunny Tallahassee Florida, has an established list available for an experienced SALES PROFESSIONAL. This is a rare opportunity to join our amazing team. We offer a great work environment, have a competitive compensation package, and offer some of the top advertising platforms, including CBS, MeTV, MyNetwork, CIRCLE, and the largest, most comprehensive DIGITAL solutions in the market.

Responsibilities

• Exceed or at a minimum achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue goals
• Initiate, cultivate, and maintain WCTV advertising client relationships
• Secure new Local Direct advertising business for WCTV and our related properties
• Service and grow existing accounts through the use of creative ideas, special opportunities, and a professional consultative selling approach
• Cultivate positive, long-term working relationships with clients, key decision-makers, advertising agencies, and media buyers
• Have a strong working knowledge of marketing concepts along with a detailed understanding of television and digital media advertising methods and strategies
• Have a firm understanding of the Tallahassee-Thomasville-Valdosta competitive media market.
• Be proficient in all software utilized for daily business (including, but not limited to : Wide Orbit Media Sales, Wide Orbit Traffic, Microsoft Office products, comScore Station View Essentials, etc.)
• Be prepared for all meetings (internal with management and external with clients)
• Meet all client and management deadlines
• Present yourself in a professional and respectful manner as a representative of WCTV and Gray Television
• Ensure all orders are processed correctly and match what was ordered / approved
• Ensure invoices are paid in a timely fashion and billing does not roll over into past due status.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Proven track record of sales success in local media (broadcast TV preferred)
• Excellent listening, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills
• A team player with the ability to create, build, and nurture business relationships
• Must handle multiple projects, prioritize and complete specific tasks on time
• Confident personality with a strong sense of urgency and a winning attitude
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• BS / BA degree in business, marketing, or equivalent work experience

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )

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