MEDIA EXECUTIVE (LOCAL) - WOWT

Gray Local Media, Inc; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WOWT First Alert 6, part of Gray Media, is seeking an experienced Media Executive to turn business goals into bold, multi-platform campaigns. You’ll drive revenue growth across TV and digital, building strong client relationships and delivering data-driven solutions.

You will own the strategy, present compelling campaigns, and execute with a focus on results, forecasting, and teamwork. This role may require flexibility for events outside regular hours and occasional travel within the market.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of selling across TV and digital platforms.
• Ability to translate client goals into multi-channel campaigns.
• Strong relationship-building with buyers and agencies.
• Experience in strategic planning and campaign execution.
• Energetic self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Grow revenue by expanding existing accounts and winning new business.
• Own the mix across TV and digital channels (OTT/Streaming, paid social, SEM/SEO, etc.).
• Build trust with clients and translate goals into data-backed campaigns.
• Collaborate on strategy, present solutions, then execute and optimize.
• Prospect, pitch, close, and retain accounts to grow share.
• Meet activity targets and deliver accurate forecasts while collaborating with teammates.

Skills

Multi-platform selling

Client relationships

Strategic planning

Team player

Self-motivated

Excellent organization

Job description

About Gray Media

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WOWT

WOWT is a modern facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and with our leading broadcast news, we provide award-winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Omaha is one of the most progressive cities in the Midwest, with a strong market supported by several national industries. The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions that can’t be matched, from the World Famous Henry Doorly Zoo to the NCAA Men’s College World Series. Omaha is popular for our downtown, which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market.

Job Summary/Description

Love the thrill of the pitch and the buzz of the close? Join WOWT First Alert 6 – an award-winning Gray Media powerhouse with a legacy of excellence and a future that’s all about what’s next. We’re looking for an experienced Media Executive who turns business goals into bold, multi-platform campaigns—and has fun doing it.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Grow revenue by expanding existing accounts and winning net-new business.
• Own the mix across TV + digital: OTT/Streaming, targeted email, programmatic display/video, paid social, YouTube, SEM/SEO, and more.
• Build trust: create strong client relationships and translate business goals into creative, data-backed campaigns.
• Plan. Propose. Perform: collaborate on strategy, present solutions, then execute and optimize.
• Prospect, pitch, close—retain and grow.
• Crush activity targets, deliver thorough, accurate forecasts, and be an awesome teammate.
• Flex your schedule for client needs and occasional events outside regular hours.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Have a proven track record of multi-platform selling that increases revenue and share.
• Are a high-character, self-motivated team player with excellent organization.
• Get energized by new business and strategic planning—you like to win.
• Have built solid relationships and know how digital solutions amplify a client’s campaign.
• Bring media sales experience and genuinely enjoy working with people.

WOWT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with Gray's employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.