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Sales Operations Specialist

TEGNA, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Overview

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

KVUE-TV – Sales Operations Specialist

KVUE-TV, the TEGNA-owned ABC affiliate in Austin, Texas, is looking for a dynamic Sales Operations Specialist. This position provides high-level administrative and project management support to the Director of Sales, the Local Sales Manager and the entire sales department. This role is essential in ensuring flawless day-to-day operations, coordinating key projects, and managing communication flow within a fast-paced media environment.

Responsibilities

Account Management of local sales accounts.

Lead the Account Team members ensuring accurate fulfillment on broadcast and digital orders.

Troubleshoot all Wide Orbit Traffic (WOT) concerns/issues related to order entry, weekly spot times, Co-Op billing, invoice adjustment resolution, and Hygiene Report maintenance.

Ensure proper sponsorship tracking, coding and reporting; liaise with departments to execute.

Assist in tracking sales department projects, including strategic initiatives, sales presentations, sponsorships and client-related activities using office technologies (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Assist with production workflow, execution, and follow-through including maintenance of contracts for talent.

Review logs ahead of high-profile events and coordinate with AMs on irregularities or changes.

Point person for program/traffic issues that involve engineering (e.g., split signal).

Work with marketing to create promotional schedules for in-house initiatives, trade and corporate promo schedules.

Pull daily CIA flags and work with AMs to resolve prior to log closure.

Oversee aging reports, collection attempts and resolution of short-pay/credit adjustments with the Account Manager team to limit lost revenue.

Maintain under-delivery reporting and fulfillment; communicate priorities with TCO.

Help plan and execute sales-related events, including client gatherings and community outreach initiatives.

Oversee sales executions as developed with new or existing media.

Maintain a high standard of professionalism, accuracy and accountability; handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality on all sales-related matters.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a sales or administrative role, preferably within a sales or media environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong time-management skills with the ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent projects.

Proficiency with office productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and the ability to learn new software systems.

Flexible team player, willing to adapt to changes and unafraid of challenges.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information related to the company and its clients.

Benefits TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical plans, dental and vision coverage, fertility and family-building assistance, disability and life insurance; a 401(k) plan with company match; access to Teladoc and Spring Health; paid time off and paid holidays.

Note: Some jobs may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement; benefits may vary by role and unit.

EEO Statement TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. We will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you need an accommodation to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com.

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