Business Development Representative
Job Location:
Job Location:
Gulfport, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Business Development Representative WXXV / ChartLocal
WXXV and ChartLocal are seeking a motivated outgoing Business Development Representative to help generate new business opportunities for our broadcast and digital sales team.
This role focuses on identifying prospective advertisers connecting with local business decision-makers and scheduling discovery meetings for Account Executives. The ideal candidate is confident initiating conversations persistent with follow-up organized and comfortable working independently.
Responsibilities
WXXV and ChartLocal offer a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and helping local businesses succeed through strategic advertising solutions.
We utilize DMV and criminal background checks as a condition of employment.
If you are interested in applying for this position please email your resume to emailprotected fax to or mail to:
Human Resources
WXXV-TV
P.O. Box 2500
Gulfport MS 39505
Please specify how you learned of this opening.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Employment at WXXV shall be based on merit qualification and competence. Employment practice shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicants or an employees race age sex religion color national origin or disability. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
WXXV and ChartLocal are seeking a motivated outgoing Business Development Representative to help generate new business opportunities for our broadcast and digital sales team.
This role focuses on identifying prospective advertisers connecting with local business decision-makers and scheduling discovery meetings for Account Executives. The ideal candidate is confident initiating conversations persistent with follow-up organized and comfortable working independently.
Responsibilities
- Research and develop targeted lists of local business prospects
- Identify businesses with the potential to invest in ongoing advertising and marketing
- Contact prospective clients through phone calls email social media and in-person visits
- Connect with business owners marketing leaders and other decision-makers
- Introduce WXXV and ChartLocal and secure discovery meetings for assigned Account Executives
- Gather basic information about each prospect and provide a clear handoff before the meeting
- Maintain accurate records of calls visits follow-ups and scheduled meetings within a CRM
- Manage daily prospecting activity and consistently follow up with potential clients
- Participate in sales meetings coaching sessions and ongoing training
- Represent WXXV and ChartLocal professionally throughout the local business community
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable making outbound calls and conducting in-person business visits
- Self-motivated persistent organized and able to work independently
- Ability to build rapport with a wide variety of business professionals
- Comfortable working toward defined activity and performance expectations
- Positive attitude with a competitive team-oriented mindset
- Valid drivers license reliable transportation and ability to travel locally
- Previous experience in sales business development appointment setting or another B2B role
- Experience working with local businesses or small- and medium-sized business owners
- Familiarity with CRM systems and sales pipeline management
- Media marketing or advertising experience is a plus
- Entry-level candidates with strong communication skills confidence and initiative are encouraged to apply
WXXV and ChartLocal offer a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and helping local businesses succeed through strategic advertising solutions.
We utilize DMV and criminal background checks as a condition of employment.
If you are interested in applying for this position please email your resume to emailprotected fax to or mail to:
Human Resources
WXXV-TV
P.O. Box 2500
Gulfport MS 39505
Please specify how you learned of this opening.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Employment at WXXV shall be based on merit qualification and competence. Employment practice shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicants or an employees race age sex religion color national origin or disability. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
