Local Sales Assistant

Fox • Chicago, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

FOX32 Chicago is a dynamic and innovative media organization committed to delivering top-notch content across multiple platforms. We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented team player to join our Sales Team and contribute to our continued success. As a Sales Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the FOX32 Sales Team to drive revenue across all platforms. Your primary focus will be day-to-day interaction with Local Account Executives and Sales Managers. You will also collaborate with various areas of the sales department, including digital sales, traffic, and research.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Personable with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn industry software, including WideOrbit and Kantar

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s college degree preferred, or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

• Enter advertising orders and revisions in the WideOrbit Traffic system
• Confirm sales orders in WideOrbit Connect
• Communicate with national sales representatives regarding preempted commercials and make-good offers, and follow up on unresolved issues through completion
• Provide weekly exact commercial advertising times to sales representatives or advertisers
• Work with the Finance department on invoicing, discrepancies, and collection issues
• Notify sales representatives and clients of any late runs due to programming overruns, breaking news, or other changes
• Support Sales Managers by coordinating with Creative Services on commercial production projects
• Support local Account Executives with order entry, proposals, and reporting
• Oversee paid programming by working directly with FSS to ensure all time periods are sold, including program titles and CIA checks
• Collaborate with the Traffic department on advertising copy management
• Partner with other sales support personnel as needed
• Work with Sales Management on political advertising, including maintaining contracts, ensuring FCC paperwork is complete, and verifying that cash-in-advance payments have been received
• Maintain political files on the FCC website
• Support other station departments and initiatives as needed
• Assist with additional projects and duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree