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01/21/2021

Account Executive

WXII-TV

Company WXII TV
Position Account Executive
Description WXII is looking for an Entry Level Account Executive who is responsible for new business development for TV and Digital Products. Additional responsibilities include negotiating with Ad Agencies. The ideal candidate is coachable, thrives in a goal-oriented team environment and has strong interpersonal skills. If you are motivated by an excellent product, great compensation, and working with a talented team of professionals, look no further. We will provide the tools for powerful multi-platform marketing solutions that will create partnerships to retain and grow our existing and new client base – you provide sales ability, positive attitude, client focus, and desire to WIN! If you want to work for the best, we want to hear from you today!

Job Responsibilities:

Generate revenue across all available platforms

Prospect, contact and present to new businesses to generate new advertising revenue

Manage inventory and protect station rate structure.

Develop new revenue through local business development

Form strategic business and market partnerships

Manage an active account and client list

Regularly meet with local and digital sales managers to ensure progression and success with stated goals.

Act as negotiator for assigned accounts; ensure sales proposals are consistent with station strategies.

Create and deliver sales presentations to multiple points of contact with client/agency personnel.

Experience Requirements:

Some Sales Experience

Solid negotiation skills

Experience in a consultative customer focused business atmosphere is a plus

Military training and experience will be considered in lieu of sales experience

Qualifications Requirements:

Ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment

Accountability within a goal-structured organization

Needs a positive, results-oriented attitude and must be a team player

Track record of selling to business owners (military experience will be considered) is a plus

Must be able to use qualitative research effectively to further sales effort

Strong formal and interpersonal communication skills.

Experience with Microsoft Office products.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Contact Human Rersources
Email ashley.hobson@hearst.com

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