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Local Sales Manager - WFOX TV

Cox Media Group, Jacksonville, FL, United States

Salary: 60.000 - 80.000


Local Sales Manager - WFOX WJAX and Telemundo
Location: FL-Jacksonville

Job Title: Local Sales Manager - WFOX WJAX and Telemundo

Position Overview
Cox Media Group Jacksonville is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Local Sales Manager to lead and inspire a high-performing sales team across our multi-platform portfolio, including WFOX FOX30, WJAX CBS47, Telemundo Jacksonville, and MeTV/MyTV Jax. This role is responsible for driving revenue growth, developing strategic client partnerships, and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and success.

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives

Career growth opportunities within Cox Media Group

A collaborative, innovative work environment

The opportunity to lead across a powerful portfolio of broadcast and digital brands

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Account Executives to achieve and exceed revenue goals across television and digital platforms

Create and execute strategic sales plans that drive new business development and grow existing accounts

Collaborate with Creative Services, Marketing, and Digital teams to deliver integrated, results-focused campaigns

Maintain a strong presence in the Jacksonville business community to build relationships and identify growth opportunities

Analyze market trends, ratings, and revenue data to inform strategy and maximize inventory yield

Conduct regular performance reviews, pipeline management, and forecasting to ensure consistent results

Recruit, train, and retain top sales talent

Uphold CMG’s culture of integrity, teamwork, and customer-first service

Minimum Qualifications

Proven track record of achieving and exceeding revenue goals

Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment

Proficiency with CRM systems and sales analytics tools

Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

3–5+ years of previous supervisory/management and/or media sales experience (television and/or digital)

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, related field or equivalent years of experience

About Cox Media Group
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. For more information about CMG, visit

www.coxmediagroup.com

CMG is a special place. Here, we rely on our winning mindset and deep expertise to find creative solutions, think differently, and work together to positively impact the people and communities we serve. It\'s where we connect and inspire diverse audiences every day and everywhere with our unmatched content, products, services and people.

At CMG, we take pride in our collaborative and open environment, where everyone feels valued, seen and heard. Our shared commitment to living our company\'s core Values – Teamwork,Integrity, Quality and Fiscal Responsibility - propels us every day, in everything we do. We encourage you to explore #LifeAtCMG, where you can bring your best, authentic self to work, think boldly and make a difference.

If you are currently a CMG employee, please log into THRIVE to access our internal career center.

CMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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