Account Executive
WUSA-TV Washington About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. 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. Business Development Account Executive WUSA9
TEGNA & Premion Washington, DC (Hybrid)
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 with Premion's OTT/CTV advertising platform, we deliver cross-platform solutions that help local and regional businesses grow. WUSA9 is seeking a motivated Business Development Account Executive who is ready to grow their career in media and advertising sales. This role is ideal for candidates who are ready to step up from SDR/inside sales or an AE at a smaller organization into a fast-paced, scalable enterprise environment. What You'll Do: Prospect, research, and generate new business leads through outbound outreach and disciplined follow-up Qualify prospects and secure first business meetings with decision-makers Build and manage a sales pipeline across key verticals such as home improvement/services, healthcare, tourism, and more Present consultative solutions that leverage broadcast, digital, streaming (OTT/CTV), and cross-platform strategies tailored to client needs Collaborate with internal strategy, creative, and activation teams to design campaigns that drive tangible results for clients Track activity and forecast pipeline in CRM with accuracy and consistency Meet and exceed personal and team revenue goals through daily disciplined activity What We're Looking For: Self-driven, resourceful, and motivated individual who owns their success Comfortable and consistent with outreach across phone, email, social, and in-person meetings Curious communicator who enjoys engaging with business leaders and solving complex marketing challenges Proven discipline with activity metrics and revenue-generating tasks Desire to build relationships and grow professionally in a large and rapidly growing company Prior experience in SDR/inside sales, business development, media sales, or related roles is a strong plus but not required Compensation: Base Salary: $60,000 On-Target Earnings (Year 1): $90,000 Uncapped Commission: Clear growth path tied to performance Pay Range: $60,000 - $90,000 USD Benefits:
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one. Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health. TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union. EEO statement: TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived 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 federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com Recruiting Fraud Alert: To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains. Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
WUSA-TV Washington About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. 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. Business Development Account Executive WUSA9
TEGNA & Premion Washington, DC (Hybrid)
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 with Premion's OTT/CTV advertising platform, we deliver cross-platform solutions that help local and regional businesses grow. WUSA9 is seeking a motivated Business Development Account Executive who is ready to grow their career in media and advertising sales. This role is ideal for candidates who are ready to step up from SDR/inside sales or an AE at a smaller organization into a fast-paced, scalable enterprise environment. What You'll Do: Prospect, research, and generate new business leads through outbound outreach and disciplined follow-up Qualify prospects and secure first business meetings with decision-makers Build and manage a sales pipeline across key verticals such as home improvement/services, healthcare, tourism, and more Present consultative solutions that leverage broadcast, digital, streaming (OTT/CTV), and cross-platform strategies tailored to client needs Collaborate with internal strategy, creative, and activation teams to design campaigns that drive tangible results for clients Track activity and forecast pipeline in CRM with accuracy and consistency Meet and exceed personal and team revenue goals through daily disciplined activity What We're Looking For: Self-driven, resourceful, and motivated individual who owns their success Comfortable and consistent with outreach across phone, email, social, and in-person meetings Curious communicator who enjoys engaging with business leaders and solving complex marketing challenges Proven discipline with activity metrics and revenue-generating tasks Desire to build relationships and grow professionally in a large and rapidly growing company Prior experience in SDR/inside sales, business development, media sales, or related roles is a strong plus but not required Compensation: Base Salary: $60,000 On-Target Earnings (Year 1): $90,000 Uncapped Commission: Clear growth path tied to performance Pay Range: $60,000 - $90,000 USD Benefits:
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one. Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health. TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union. EEO statement: TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived 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 federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com Recruiting Fraud Alert: To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains. Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.