Account Executive - Media Sales

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (WKBN/WYTV/WYFX) in Youngstown, OH is seeking a high-energy Account Executive to grow local and digital advertising for area businesses. This 100% commission-based role offers uncapped earning potential and an active/inactive client list to start.

You’ll prospect, present multi-channel campaigns, and manage a growing book of business with support from our experienced team. Local market knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Prior sales experience in media, advertising, or B2B is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and build relationships with local business owners and decision-makers.
• Present advertising solutions across broadcast, digital, CTV/OTT, search, social, and display.
• Manage and grow a book of business with support from the team.
• Track pipeline and close deals to earn commissions.

Skills

Sales

Relationship building

Negotiation

Cold calling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Are you a driven, goal-oriented salesperson who thrives on commission and wants to control your income? WKBN (CBS), WYTV (ABC), WYFX (FOX) and MyYTV in Youngstown, OH is looking for a high-energy Account Executive to join our team at one of Youngstown’s most trusted local TV stations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who’s passionate about helping local businesses grow through powerful broadcast and digital advertising solutions. 100% commission-based Uncapped earning potential Includes a list of active and inactive accounts to get you started.

What You’ll Do:

• Prospect and build relationships with local business owners and decision-makers.
• Present creative advertising solutions across broadcast television, digital platforms, CTV/OTT, video, search, social, and digital display.
• Manage and grow a book of business with support from our experienced team.
• Track your pipeline and close deals that pay real commissions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong work ethic and self-motivation – this is not a 9-to-5 job.
• A love for sales, relationship-building, and solving client problems.
• Resilience and confidence — you do not get discouraged easily.
• Prior sales experience preferred (media, insurance, B2B, real estate, etc.).
• Must be local to the Youngstown area or willing to work in-market.

Why Join Us?

• Real accounts from day one – We’ll provide you with both active and inactive client lists.
• Recognized local brand – People already know and trust our station.
• Creative freedom – Propose and build campaigns that work.
• Growth opportunity – Close deals, earn big, and grow your career in local media.
• Supportive culture – Small team, big impact, and leadership that backs your hustle.

$40,000 - $65,000 annualized – commensurate with applicant’s experience and skill level.

Benefits - our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance, short term disability, long term disability and more.

• medical (with multiple plan options)
• dental
• vision insurance
• paid time off
• a 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• life insurance
• short term disability
• long term disability
• and more

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill andNewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.