Gray Media is hiring: MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WTVY in Dothan

About Gray Media

Gray Media, formerly known as Gray Television, Inc., is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. It is the nation’s largest owner of top‑rated local television stations and digital assets, serving 113 television markets that together reach about 36 percent of U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top‑rated station and 100 markets with the first or second‑highest‑rated station, as well as the largest Telemundo affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency, and additional media properties such as Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios, Assembly Atlanta, and Third Rail Studios.

About WTVY

WTVY News4 is the #1 local media organization producing news, weather, and original content for the Wiregrass region of Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. Located in downtown Dothan, AL, WTVY has been the area’s favorite local broadcaster since 1955. The station prides itself on a winning culture and a reputation as the "Hometown News Leader" and is committed to promoting prosperity in the Wiregrass for all.

Job Summary

As a Media Executive at WTVY, you will represent the brand to local clients, advertising agencies, and the general public. You will partner with clients as a consultant, providing media planning and creative strategy support to help local businesses achieve their goals. This role offers flexible scheduling, independence for high performers, and significant compensation opportunities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a client list by helping them meet business goals through advertising with our #1 local media organization, featuring broadcast and digital ad products.
• Develop new business through marketing tactics that introduce our products to local businesses and agencies.
• Deliver exceptional customer service, monitoring advertising results and quickly solving issues.
• Meet monthly, quarterly, and annual budget goals and drive sales program success.
• Assist with billing and payment collections as needed.
• Learn WTVY’s best practices and Gray Television training to introduce new products to the market.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Personable, convincing communicator who enjoys helping local businesses grow.
• Local media sales experience preferred; training available for quick onboarding.
• Competitive drive combined with a collaborative attitude.
• Initiative is an absolute requirement.
• Knowledge of Wide Orbit & Matrix is a plus.

Application Process

If you feel qualified and want to work with a great group of people, visit https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings. You may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on apply now, then upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal.

Additional Information

WTVY‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company. Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities and complies with federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. The company prohibits workplace harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution