Multi-Media Account Executive

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier training

Flexible schedule

YMCA membership

Event tickets

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Rockford, IL, is seeking an Account Executive to support FOX 39 and WTVO with a consultative, multi-media sales approach. You will grow the client book, manage orders, and help produce client creative elements across broadcast and digital platforms.

The role requires strong broadcast sales experience, the ability to engage decision makers, and a commitment to excellent client service. A valid driver’s license and proficiency with Microsoft Office are required.

Qualifications

• Broadcast sales experience is a must.
• Ability to hold meaningful conversations with decision makers
• Ability to CLOSE
• Demonstrates personal integrity to differentiate from the competition.
• Know that that word “no” is an opportunity!
• Proficient with popular social media and digital platforms
• Make decisions without supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including: Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with ad agencies and grow a transactional book of business
• Grow a transactional book of business through strategic pricing and outstanding account stewardship
• Responsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up and collections
• Strong at prospecting and growing account list
• Play a role in the production of client’s creative elements
• Be an advocate for our products and programs, both broadcast and digital platforms
• Be a person: treat coworkers, prospects and clients with a service-centric attitude

Skills

Broadcast sales

Prospecting

Closing deals

Account management

Negotiation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

FOX 39 and WTVO are expanding our sales teams in Rockford, Ill. Come join the team with the fastest-growing news, more original content, and number one weather team in the region.

This position isn’t for everybody. To be successful, you must fully embrace our consultative approach that uses a multi-media strategy to help our clients grow their business.

Special Duties:

• Experience in negotiating with ad agencies
• Grow a transactional book of business through strategic pricing and outstanding account stewardship
• Responsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up and collections
• Strong at prospecting and growing account list
• Play a role in the production of client’s creative elements
• Be an advocate for our products and programs, both broadcast and digital platforms
• Be a person: treat coworkers, prospects and clients with a service-centric attitude

WTVO and FOX 39 have an opening for the right account executive who possesses:

• Broadcast sales experience is a must
• Ability to hold meaningful conversations with decision makers
• Ability to CLOSE
• Demonstrates personal integrity to differentiate from the competition.
• Know that that word “no” is an opportunity!
• Proficient with popular social media and digital platforms
• Make decisions without supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including: Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Extra Benefits:

• Top tier 3rd-party sales training program
• Flexible work schedule
• Preferred YMCA membership rate
• Opportunity to enjoy tickets to local events
• Pay Range for this position is: $60,000 - $100,000
• 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, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more.

Interested candidates should apply at our corporate website: mystateline.com/employment

Nexstar Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer