Sports Marketing Account Executive

Sports Marketing Account Executive

KELOLAND Media Group, in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Sports Marketing Account Executive. Join our family that is committed to being a part of the fabric of our communities that has made us a leader in delivering local content to our viewers for more than 70 years.
The Sports Marketing Account Executive generates advertising revenue by convincing potential clients the merits of advertising in sports programs on KELOLAND Media outlets and fostering local NIL agreements with KELOLAND Media Group and the athlete.
Responsibilities include:
Implementing strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
Establishing credible relationships with the local business community.
Making sales calls on existing and prospective clients.
Maintaining assigned accounts and developing new accounts.
Preparing and delivering sales presentations to clients.
Explaining to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
Providing clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all media.
Developing advertising schedules with clients and station personnel responsible for placing advertising into station media.
Working with clients and station personnel to develop advertisements.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Minimum one year's experience in sales, preferably in the media field.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Experience achieving long-range objectives and implementing the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.