WLKY Sales Client Specialist

Hearst•Louisville, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WLKY-TV, the CBS affiliate in Louisville, KY is looking for a Sales Client Specialist to assist the sales team. You will work with the sales team on processing advertising contracts, obtaining creative materials, generating support materials for sales team, and coordinating the scheduling and launch of advertising campaigns. You will report to the General Sales Manager. This career opportunity is a great way to get your foot in the door at a respected TV station and begin a career with Hearst Television, an industry-leading television station group.

Requirements

Must have computer and software experience
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets)
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive projects associated with advertising sales
Keen on learning new systems promptly and thoroughly
Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary
Must be focused and organized
Must take pride in work, respond to instruction well, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and perform at a high-level

Nice To Haves

Previous commercial television experience preferred
Related military experience will be considered

Responsibilities

Enter and maintain all national or local orders including electronic transfer and maintenance of all MediaLine/WOCentral orders to WideOrbit
Help develop sales proposals, advertising packages and client presentations
Create supportive marketing materials for sales department
Communicate with our teams (sales, production, finance) and external clients on performance and delivery of campaigns
Prepare proposals based on account executive direction
Facilitate progress on several sales projects
Work cooperatively with managers, co-workers and clients to deliver a high-level of service