Georgia Association of Broadcasters is hiring: Account Executive WFXG - Lockwood

WFXG-TV FOX54, Augusta’s home for the World Series and NFL Football, has an immediate opening for a Account Executive to manage and grow existing business, as well focusing on prospecting and closing new business. We are looking for a relationship builder with experience in selling multimedia advertising plans and sponsorships.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Develop and maintain direct relationships with agencies and clients while driving revenue to achieve monthly goals

Close new and incremental business

Understand and interpret business objectives and advertising strategies of clients in order to help them achieve those objectives through effective use of our product portfolio

Prepare, schedule and deliver sales presentations

Qualifications/Requirements:

Must be willing to work in Augusta, GA and the surrounding area

Some regional travel may be required occasionally

Proficient in Microsoft Products including but not limited to Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel

Good driving record

One-three years of sales experience is required

Experience in advertising sales and/or planning is preferred

Bachelor’s degree in advertising or marketing is preferred

Skills and Abilities:

Strong communication skills

Excellent negotiation and customer service skills

Team player, who is flexible to changing needs to daily business

Ability to work in a rapid-pace environment

Job Type:
Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Commission pay

Experience:

Sales: 2 years (Required)

Broadcast Media: 2 years (Preferred)

Augusta TV LLC, WFXG Fox 54 is a proud member of the Lockwood Broadcast Group. Pre-employment drug screen, driving record, and background check required.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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