Media Executive - Whsv

Gray Media•Harrisonburg, VA

About The Position

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WHSV: Located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, WHSV has been serving our community since 1953. Our family of networks now includes ABC, CBS, FOX, and MeTV. In addition, we offer a full suite of digital marketing solutions - from streaming video to social media advertising. We are the Valley's number one rated news source. Job Summary/Description: Are you competitive, curious, and energized by helping local businesses? If so, you may be the perfect fit to join WHSV’s sales team. We’re seeking a Multimedia Account Executive to develop and sell creative marketing solutions on our top-rated broadcast channels (ABC, CBS, FOX, MeTV) as well as our full suite of digital marketing opportunities (streaming television, social media, search engine marketing, email, streaming audio, and much more). We are looking for a self-starter who can thrive in a fast-paced multi-platform environment.

Requirements

High School or equivalent
Have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Demonstrate prospecting and presentation skills, develop strong client relationships, and meet sales activity goals
Achieve budgeted revenue goals regularly
Demonstrate initiative, self-motivation, and strong organizational skills
Work as a team member within the sales department and throughout the organization

Responsibilities

Prospect, contact, and present solutions to new prospective clients, generating advertising revenue to achieve and exceed individual budgets. We are focused on new business and looking for a hunter!
Increase revenue on any assigned business
Manage the entire sales and service cycle from finding a client to securing a deal, servicing, and retaining the business
Maintain and grow relationships with clients
Provide professional after-sales support and service to maximize customer loyalty
Data entry in multiple sales software systems for account management
Write marketing proposals and create PowerPoint presentations

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