Advertising Account Executive

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

Growth Opportunities

Winning Culture

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking an Advertising Account Executive in Richmond, VA to drive local advertising growth. The role focuses on building client relationships, producing tailored campaigns, and delivering excellent service across TV and digital platforms.

You will receive hands-on training, coaching, and a clear path for advancement within a high-energy, winning culture. On-site position with full benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office.
• Prior sales, customer-facing, or media experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Support and Manage Accounts with an active client list.
• Develop new local business by identifying prospects and relationships.
• Learn full sales cycle: prospect, propose, present, close, follow-up.
• Collaborate with clients and teams to craft TV and digital campaigns.
• Deliver white-glove service and drive advertiser success.
• Set and pursue monthly, quarterly and annual sales goals with coaching.

Skills

Ambitious Self-Starter

Competitive Mindset

Strong Communicators

Fast Learners

Team Players

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Location: WRIC 8News- Richmond, VA (On-Site)

Are you a self-starter with a desire to launch a successful career? WRIC ABC8 News is looking for driven individuals ready to take their potential to the next level. We provide hands‑on training, ongoing coaching, and the tools you need to thrive in media and advertising sales.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

What You’ll Do:

• Support and Manage Accounts: Begin with an active account list and work with our experienced team to develop new skills.
• Develop New Local Business: Learn how to identify prospects, build relationships, and help local businesses reach their goals through customized advertising solutions.
• Full Sales Cycle Training: Receive guidance on how to prospect, create proposals, present solutions, close deals, and provide follow‑up service.
• Collaborative Campaign Development: Work with clients and internal teams to create advertising campaigns across TV and digital platforms.
• Provide White Glove Service: Be an asset to your advertisers and be a reliable stakeholder in their success.
• Achievable Sales Goals: Learn how to set and reach monthly, quarterly, and annual goals through coaching and structured support.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ambitious Self‑Starters: You set high standards, hold yourself accountable, and take initiative without waiting to be told.
• Competitive Mindset: You thrive on achieving goals and don’t shy away from hard work or rejection.
• Strong Communicators: You can hold a conversation, ask good questions, and present ideas clearly and confidently.
• Fast Learners: You adapt quickly, take feedback well, and are always looking to improve.
• Team Players: You want to grow with others and be part of a winning culture.

Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office.

Bonus Points For:

• Prior experience in sales, customer‑facing, and/or media roles.
• Passion for media, marketing, and/or advertising.

What We Offer:

• Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, and holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: Clear career paths with performance‑based advancement.
• Winning Culture: Join a high‑energy team that works hard, celebrates wins, and supports each other.

This is more than just a job — it’s a launchpad. If you’re hungry to succeed, eager to learn, and ready to put in the work, we want to hear from you.

About the Company

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 and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 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.