Multimedia Sales Manager Kbjr

About Gray Media:

Gray Media or Gray is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia formally known as Gray Television Inc. The company is the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Grays additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx) Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits including Hospital Indemnity Critical Illness Accident Insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$50000 - $55000/yr. (plus incentives)

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (8:00 am - 5:00 pm) (at Managers Discretion)

Job Type:

Full-Time

About KBJR:

Duluth is located on Lake Superior the greatest of the Great Lakes. If you are an outdoor enthusiast then you can consider Duluth a paradise. If you prefer the offerings of the big city life the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are a short drive down I-35. Our building office space and studios are state-of-the-art. Located in Canal Park considered one of Minnesotas top tourist destinations. We have views of Lake Superior and the Hillside of Downtown Duluth. We are within walking distance of the Lakewalk Aerial Lift Bridge and many fine restaurants shops and clubs.

Job Summary/Description:

Northern News Now in Duluth MN is seeking a Multimedia Sales Manager to join our team. As a Multimedia Sales Manager you will work with sales staff in developing and executing multi-platform campaigns and facilitating growth and revenue for digital media. This includes developing proposals pricing and packaging for Media Executives as well as managing digital inventory and maintaining metrics and reports. You must have excellent communication skills a strong sales record and thrive in the fast-paced television environment.

As a Multimedia Sales Manager you will work with sales staff in developing and executing multi-platform campaigns and facilitating growth and revenue for digital media. This includes developing proposals pricing and packaging for Media Executives as well as managing digital inventory and maintaining metrics and reports. You must have excellent communication skills a strong sales record and thrive in the fast-paced television environment.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Create and maintain professional relationships with potential and existing accounts.
- Assist with creating and maintaining budgets and quota goals.
- Assist with overseeing the sales team and working directly with the Director of Sales.
- Ensure proper development of new and existing accounts.
- Ensure digital marketing material is up to date
- Create and implement new strategies to develop new business.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Effectively handle scheduling problems in a timely manner make goods and provide general follow-through with clients.
- Manage paperwork in a timely manner.
- Maintain and continually improve knowledge of effective marketing principles.
- Make regular contributions to the sales team through research and participation in sales meetings.
- Professionally represent and support the station both in policy and demeanor.
- Must be aware and involved in community affairs including personal appearances as necessary.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- High school Diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate or bachelors degree preferred.
- Previous management experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must have exceptional time management skills.
- Ability to lead a team.
- Must be able to adapt to the market.
- Must have exceptional critical thinking skills.
- Valid Drivers License and clean driving record.

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 theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KBJR-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free 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 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.

Required Experience:

Manager