National Sales Specialist
About The Position
WPTZ/WNNE, NBC5, the Hearst Television station serving Vermont and Northern New York, is seeking an organized, detail-oriented National Sales Specialist to support its national sales team. The role works closely with National Account Executives and Sales Managers to process advertising contracts, coordinate campaign scheduling and launches, obtain creative materials, and prepare sales support materials so campaigns are executed accurately and efficiently. The position is suited to someone with strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The specialist is expected to maintain accuracy, remain calm under pressure, demonstrate professionalism, and contribute a positive, collaborative approach. This is an opportunity to join a television station and begin a career with Hearst Television. The position reports to the National Sales Manager / General Sales Manager.
Requirements
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Quick learner who adapts to new systems and changing priorities.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and commitment to high-quality work.
- Ability to perform effectively under the deadlines and pace of a television sales environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with WideOrbit or similar broadcast traffic software.
- Previous television advertising sales or media industry experience.
Responsibilities
- Enter and maintain national advertising orders, including electronic transfer and maintenance of MediaLine/WOCentral orders in WideOrbit.
- Learn the functions of the Traffic and Programming departments and work closely with both teams to support daily operations.
- Assist with scheduling advertising campaigns by assigning creative materials to local and political orders and ensuring traffic instructions are received and processed accurately.
- Assist in developing sales proposals, advertising packages, client presentations, and other sales support materials.
- Coordinate program grids, attach show numbers in Titan, and maintain accurate records of program schedules, changes, and cancellations.
- Communicate with internal departments, clients, and advertising agencies to support timely execution of advertising campaigns.
- Maintain organized files and prepare proposals based on Account Executive requests.
- Track sales initiatives and provide administrative support to the sales team as needed.
- Work collaboratively with managers, coworkers, clients, and the public while providing professional customer service.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) matching.
- Emotional Wellness Support.
- Paid Time Off.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- LGBTQ+ Health Services.
- Additional benefits to meet employee and family needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
