Media Executive - Wctv

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates highquality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WCTV:

Come to work with us in sunny Tallahassee Florida where the beach is close by and the weather is beautiful! If your passion is to help business owners grow their businesses by making the most of their marketing dollars this job is for you. WCTV Tallahassees legacy CBS affiliate and the mostwatched TV station in the region for over sixtyfive years is seeking experienced Account Executives to sell local television and digital advertising solutions. Cultivating and enhancing customer relationships is crucial as there is a heavy emphasis on generating new business. Knowledge and experience in selling datadriven digital marketing solutions and critical analysis of digital analytics are preferred. A polished disposition a strong work ethic and a positive attitude are required. Join this fun and dynamic sales team today!

Job Summary/Description:

WCTV a 67yearold Gray Media Group powerhouse station in Sunny Tallahassee Florida has an established list available for an experienced SALES PROFESSIONAL. This is a rare opportunity to join our amazing team. We offer a great work environment have a competitive compensation package and offer some of the top advertising platforms including CBS MeTV MyNetwork CIRCLE and the largest most comprehensive DIGITAL solutions in the market.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Exceed or at a minimum achieve monthly quarterly and annual revenue goals
Initiate cultivate and maintain WCTV advertising client relationships
Secure new Local Direct advertising business for WCTV and our related properties
Service and grow existing accounts through the use of creative ideas special opportunities and a professional consultative selling approach
Cultivate positive longterm working relationships with clients key decisionmakers advertising agencies and media buyers
Have a strong working knowledge of marketing concepts along with a detailed understanding of television and digital media advertising methods and strategies
Have a firm understanding of the TallahasseeThomasvilleValdosta competitive media market.
Be proficient in all software utilized for daily business (including but not limited to: Wide Orbit Media Sales Wide Orbit Traffic Microsoft Office products comScore Station View Essentials etc.
Be prepared for all meetings (internal with management and external with clients)
Meet all client and management deadlines
Present yourself in a professional and respectful manner as a representative of WCTV and Gray Television
Ensure all orders are processed correctly and match what was ordered/approved
Ensure invoices are paid in a timely fashion and billing does not roll over into past due status.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Proven track record of sales success in local media (broadcast TV preferred)
Excellent listening presentation negotiation and closing skills
A team player with the ability to create build and nurture business relationships
Must handle multiple projects prioritize and complete specific tasks on time
Confident personality with a strong sense of urgency and a winning attitude
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills
BS/BA degree in business marketing or equivalent work experience

If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to you may type in the job title station call letters or click on apply now upload your resume cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through theGrayTV UltiPro selfservice portal

WCTVTV/Gray Media is a drugfree company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.