Account Executive III, Sales

divh2Account Executive/h2pFOX 39 and WTVO are expanding our sales teams in Rockford, Ill. Come join the team with the fastest-growing news, more original content, and number one weather team in the region./ppThis position isnt for everybody. To be successful, you must fully embrace our consultative approach that uses a multi-media strategy to help our clients grow their business./ppSpecial Duties:/pulliExperience in negotiating with ad agencies/liliGrow a transactional book of business through strategic pricing and outstanding account stewardship/liliResponsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up and collections/liliStrong at prospecting and growing account list/liliPlay a role in the production of clients creative elements/liliBe an advocate for our products and programs, both broadcast and digital platforms/liliBe a person: treat coworkers, prospects and clients with a service-centric attitude/li/ulpWTVO and FOX 39 have an opening for the right account executive who possesses:/pulliBroadcast sales experience is a must/liliAbility to hold meaningful conversations with decision makers/liliAbility to CLOSE/liliDemonstrates personal integrity to differentiate from the competition./liliKnow that that word no is an opportunity!/liliProficient with popular social media and digital platforms/liliMake decisions without supervision/liliProficiency in Microsoft Office, including: Word, PowerPoint

Outlook/liliValid drivers license with an acceptable driving record/li/ulpExtra Benefits:/pulliTop tier 3rd-party sales training program/liliFlexible work schedule/liliPreferred YMCA membership rate/liliOpportunity to enjoy tickets to local events/liliPay Range for this position is: $60,000 - $100,000/liliOur comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more./li/ul/div