R1 Local Sales Assistant

Urban | One•Houston, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty-five years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple - to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

Requirements

Flexible schedule, with the ability and willingness to work varied hours on the weekdays, and weekends
Strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and effectively manage time
Self-starter, with the ability to take and follow direction
Excellent communication skills
Can work well independently and as an integral part of the team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint presentations and Excel
Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma.

Nice To Haves

College preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Understanding sales terms and functions
Entering orders received from our local direct clients, Integrated Marketing Specialist and agencies
Monitoring and helping to execute all local direct and agency campaigns
Processing make-goods and exceptions for local direct and agency orders which will in many cases entail working closely with the traffic department
Communicating regularly with our Integrated Marketing Specialist and agencies via email and phone
Engaging with and monitoring the Wide orbit order system
Training and mentoring new hire sales assistants
Assisting Integrated Marketing Specialist on sales calls
Monitoring and cleaning the customer relations management tool used by the sales department
Creating presentations, sales kits and recaps primarily for use
Participating in local market sales, promotions, and programming meetings as requested.
Managing Sales Pending Reports on an ongoing basis
Assist in collections with agencies and accounts
Providing clerical support including filing of contracts
Assisting with promotions such as remotes and events
Entering digital orders and digital components into WideOrbit or similar system
Assisting with receptionist desk duties when needed