Local Sales Assistant - WSB TV Job at Cox Media Group in Atlanta

Local Sales Assistant - WSB TV

Location: Atlanta, GA, US, 30309

WSB TV Atlanta is looking for a full-time Local Sales Assistant! In this position you will need to successfully operate in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. The ideal candidate will be a key contributor to our sales team's success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enter TV sales orders into our internal operating system while meeting strict deadlines
• Maintain schedules and paperwork
• Resolve any advertiser schedule discrepancies
• Assist local sales account executives and sales managers with important tasks effectively and efficiently
• Perform general office duties including answering phones including the switchboard, back up for other assistants and other key clerical duties
• Updating station materials including media kits, program one-sheets and other sales documents
• Prepare post campaign reports

Minimum Qualifications

• A professional and positive attitude
• Highly organized and possess the ability to switch focus quickly when needed and work on multiple projects at the same time
• Accurate computer data entry skill and ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, able to act with a sense of urgency and adhere to set deadlines
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team
• Must be able to work in highly collaborative environment
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail
• Strong customer service skills providing quick response time and accurate issue resolution
• Results-driven and highly accountable
• Self-directed, motivated, and with exceptional multi-tasking abilities
• Must have a valid US driver's license with clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree preferred but not required

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations.