Account Executive

Nexstar Media Group • Wilkes-Barre, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Nexstar Media Group is hiring an Account Executive to help local and regional businesses throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania grow their brands through television, digital marketing, streaming, social, and other media platforms. The role combines new-business development with management and growth of an established client portfolio. The Account Executive acts as a strategic marketing partner, developing client relationships and recommending campaigns designed to meet business objectives and deliver results.

The position offers commission opportunities and career advancement within Nexstar Media Group. The company describes its culture as dynamic and collaborative, with ongoing professional development and sales training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Ability to build relationships, identify opportunities, close business, and maintain client relationships.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented approach, competitive drive, and positive attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM tools, and business technology platforms.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Sales experience is preferred; media, marketing, advertising, digital, or business-to-business sales experience is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth by developing and executing strategic sales plans that achieve and exceed performance goals.
• Build relationships with local business owners, executives, marketing leaders, and advertising agencies.
• Prospect, develop, and secure new business through networking, referrals, research, and outbound sales efforts.
• Manage and grow an established client portfolio and identify opportunities to increase market share.
• Present sales proposals demonstrating business results and return on investment.
• Recommend marketing strategies using television, digital, streaming, social, and other Nexstar media platforms.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create advertising campaigns that meet client objectives.
• Stay informed about market trends, industry developments, and competitive activity.

Benefits

• Unlimited earning potential with competitive compensation and commission opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Ongoing professional development and sales training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time