Account Executive

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Joplin, MO

24d•Onsite

About The Position

KODE/KSNF is looking for a motivated, results-driven Account Executive to join our team in Joplin to help local businesses grow through the power of television and digital advertising. You will build relationships, develop effective advertising campaigns and help clients understand how our media solutions can elevate their business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Minimum one year’s experience in sales, preferably in the media field.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Experience achieving long-range objectives and implementing the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

Responsibilities

Implements strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
Establishes credible relationships with local business community.
Makes sales calls on existing and prospective clients.
Maintains assigned accounts and develops new accounts.
Prepares and delivers sales presentations to clients.
Explains to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
Provides clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all media.
Develops advertising schedules with clients and station personnel responsible for placing advertising into station media.
Works with clients and station personnel to develop advertisements.
Performs other duties as assigned.