Account Executive

Overview & Responsibilities

CBS Sacramento is looking for a dynamic advertising Account Executive tasked with developing, maintaining, and servicing accounts. This is an outside sales position in charge of generating revenue by prospecting and selling multi‑media advertising solutions for our linear and streaming properties (Paramount+ and Pluto TV).
Prospect, develop, and manage new and existing business accounts to achieve and exceed revenue goals
Build and maintain strong client relationships through remarkable service and strategic guidance
Identify client needs and create customized, creative multi‑media advertising campaigns
Present and sell integrated advertising solutions across broadcast, digital, and emerging platforms
Demonstrate strong negotiation and closing skills throughout the sales cycle
Utilize media research and ratings tools (e.g., Nielsen and similar platforms) to develop data‑driven proposals
Qualifications

Previous sales experience preferred, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients
Strategic thinker and problem solver
Good knowledge of sports such as NFL, NCAA Football, Basketball, PGA Golf, WNBA and Mixed Martial Arts
Self‑motivated, organized, detail‑oriented, and consistent
Team‑oriented mindset with a positive, can‑do attitude
Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is eligible to earn sales incentive compensation.
What We Offer

Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
Generous paid time off.
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) / Accommodations

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on‑screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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