MEDIA EXECUTIVE (REMOTE) - WMC - GDM (JACKSON, TN)

Gray Television; Memphis (TN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multimedia company seeks a digital media sales professional in Memphis. This remote role focuses on developing and growing digital revenue in the Jackson, TN market, requiring at least 2 years of experience in digital sales. Candidates should excel in client relations, possess strong computer skills, and demonstrate effective presentation abilities. Competitive compensation and an innovative work environment offered.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years in digital media sales.
• Demonstrates intellect, drive, and sales acumen.
• Ability to network with business decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Develop digital marketing strategies for businesses.
• Meet or exceed sales expectations and manage a sales book.
• Design and present marketing proposals effectively.

Skills

Digital media sales experience

Client relationship building

Computer proficiency

Presentation skills

Job description

About Gray Media

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's 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 WMC

Our expert GDM team is committed to developing innovative marketing solutions that help clients grow their business. Leveraging their in-depth knowledge of our products and services, our advertising professionals are well-prepared to deliver exceptional results for our clients, setting new standards in the industry.

Job Summary/Description

Gray Digital Media is seeking a solutions-oriented professional with a strong digital sales background to join our dynamic sales team. This remote position is responsible for the development, retention, and growth of digital revenue in the Jackson, TN Market. The Media Executive will design and sell digital marketing solutions for businesses using the latest advertising products available across our company's digital platforms (Programmatic, OTT, Email, Social, SEM, SEO).

Responsibilities

• Consult with business owners, marketing and advertising executives, directors, and managers to develop and implement an effective digital marketing strategy for their business.
• Meet or exceed sales expectations, goals, and budgets, and manage your own book of digital sales revenue for retention and growth.
• Learn and master Gray digital advertising products and tools (we are always innovating and growing), along with Gray Digital Media's suite of digital services.
• Develop, retain, and grow client relationships in your local market and throughout the country.
• Manage your digital book of business using client management tools and software. Design, write, and present marketing proposals and PowerPoint presentations.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively across all Gray Digital Media departments and support staff.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 2 or more years in digital media sales with evidence of prior success or working with a digital agency working with clients
• Demonstrates intellect, drive, executive presence, and sales acumen
• The ability to prospect and network with business decision-makers within small, medium, and large organizations
• Proven experience building excellent client relationships
• Strong proficiency in computer skills
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to gray.tv/careers/currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WMC-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 in every location in which 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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Qualifications Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Drivers License

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.