Account Executive, Entry Level

NAB Leadership Foundation; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(K)

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group in Utica, New York is seeking an entry-level Multi-Media Account Executive to drive TV and digital revenue. You will prospect, qualify, close, and grow new business, delivering compelling sales presentations and campaigns for clients in a dynamic media market.

The role offers full sales training, a competitive compensation plan with a salary range, and benefits. Valid driver’s license and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Pre-employment criminal and driving background check required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Full sales training provided.

Responsibilities

• Develop and increase sales volume for TV and digital revenue.
• Prospect, qualify, close and grow NEW business.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to clients.
• Educate customers on the variety of available TV and Digital products.
• Work with clients and station personnel to develop advertising campaigns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sales experience

Presentation skills

Digital platforms proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MULTI-MEDIA ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE - ENTRY LEVEL

Stop just working a job and build your career today with WUTR/WFXV-TV! We are looking for great Salespeople in Utica, New York. As a large DMA geographically located in the heart of Utica; we have all the excitement and attractions you would expect in our area with all the activities and relaxation in our Rural area.

So, what are you waiting for? Are you a great Salesperson looking for a REAL Sales CAREER, then Utica, New York is it!

The Nexstar Media Group in Utica is comprised of two Broadcast television stations ABC and FOX; plus our Nexstar Digital Agency Services selling ads on streaming TV & apps, along with retargeting ads across all devices & websites.

To be successful you must fully embrace our consultative approach that uses a multimedia strategy to help our clients grow their business. If you are an overachiever who likes wild growth, then keep reading...

• In this position, you will develop and increase sales volume for both TV and digital revenue.
• Prospect, qualify, close and grow NEW business.
• Continue to learn and implement new strategies and products.
• Responsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up and collections
• Play a role in the production of client's creative elements.
• Be an advocate for our products and programs.
• Implement strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
• Establish credible relationships within our business community.
• Sales experience is preferred.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to clients.
• Proficient with popular social media and digital platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, & Outlook
• Educate customers on the variety of available TV and Digital products to most effectively promote their products and/or services .
• Work with clients and station personnel to develop advertising and promotional campaigns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Employment requires a Pre-employment criminal and driving background check, and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, strong oral and written communication skills.

Full sales training provided .

BENEFITS

Salary Range: $40,000 - $60,000

Salary Guarantee, plus ability to earn commission.

We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more.