Account Executive

KOCO 5; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

KOCO-TV in Oklahoma City is seeking an Account Executive to drive revenue with integrated TV, digital, and multi-platform advertising solutions. You will prospect, close new business, and manage relationships with business owners and decision-makers using data-informed approaches and CRM tools.

Reporting to the Local Sales Manager, this in-person role emphasizes strategic solution selling, competitive drive, and collaboration with internal teams to deliver client success and measurable results.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience in media, digital, or related field.
• Proven success in new business development.
• Experience using CRM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics) to manage client relationships and sales pipeline preferred.
• Experience using data, analytics, or AI tools to support business decisions or sales efforts.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to perform in a goal-driven environment.
• Experience working directly with decision-makers.
• Strategic mindset with focus on results.
• Strong work ethic and accountability.
• Team-oriented approach.
• Related military experience will be considered.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue by selling integrated TV, digital, and multi-platform advertising solutions.
• Prospect, develop, and close new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners and key decision-makers.
• Manage and grow an active book of business through ongoing client engagement.
• Develop strategic, data-informed marketing solutions using audience insights, CRM systems, and AI-enabled tools.
• Create and deliver compelling sales presentations that align with client objectives.
• Negotiate pricing and maximize revenue across accounts.
• Consistently meet or exceed individual sales targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support client success and overall team performance.

Skills

Sales experience

New business

CRM systems

Data/AI tools

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Goal-driven

Team collaboration

Decision-maker engagement

Military experience (optional)

Driver's license

Job description

Job Description

KOCO-TV, Hearst Television’s ABC affiliate in Oklahoma City, OK, has an opening for an Account Executive. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to local businesses, developing and executing data-driven, multiplatform marketing strategies that deliver measurable results. You’ll leverage the power of broadcast, streaming (CTV/OTT), digital, CRM systems and AI-enabled tools to help clients grow and compete in today’s evolving media landscape. If you are competitive, driven, and focused on results, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a market leader. This is an in-person position reporting to the Local Sales Manager.

What You’ll Do

As an Account Executive, you will drive revenue and build long-term client partnerships through multi-platform advertising solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate revenue by selling integrated TV, digital, and multi-platform advertising solutions
• Prospect, develop, and close new business opportunities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners and key decision-makers
• Manage and grow an active book of business through ongoing client engagement
• Develop strategic, data-informed marketing solutions using audience insights, CRM systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics), and AI-enabled tools
• Create and deliver compelling sales presentations that align with client objectives
• Negotiate pricing and maximize revenue across accounts
• Consistently meet or exceed individual sales targets
• Collaborate with internal teams to support client success and overall team performance

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a results-driven, consultative sales professional who thrives in a competitive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience (media, digital, or related field)
• Proven success in new business development
• Experience using CRM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics or similar) to manage client relationships and sales pipeline preferred
• Experience using data, analytics, or AI tools to support business decisions or sales effortsStrong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to perform in a goal-driven environment
• Experience working directly with decision-makers
• Strategic mindset with focus on results
• Strong work ethic and accountability
• Team-oriented approach
• Related military experience will be considered
• Valid drivers license required

Why Join KOCO-TV and Hearst Television

• Work for a leading, trusted media company
• Sell best-in-class advertising solutions
• Join a high-performing, results-driven team
• Access strong leadership, tools, and support
• Build a long-term career with growth opportunities

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.