Multi-Platform Media Ad Sales Pro — Commission-Based

HEARST STATIONS INC

City of Plattsburgh (NY)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WPTZ TV in Plattsburgh, NY is looking for an Account Executive to sell advertising across TV and web, targeting local businesses and ad agencies. You will prospect, present, and negotiate impressions and rates while building lasting partnerships.

You will report to the Local Sales Manager and join a collaborative, multi-platform marketing team. The role offers strong variety, growth opportunities, and a commission-based compensation structure.

Qualifications

1+ years in media or digital sales, or similar sales field.
Experience with development of new business/non-traditional business.
Strong negotiation skills.
Experience in a consultative customer-focused business atmosphere.
Accountability within a goal-structured organization.
Must be a team player.
Experience selling to business owners.
Understand and use qualitative research to further sales effort.
Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Produce revenue across all available platforms.
Prospect, contact and present to new businesses.
Develop new revenue through local business development.
Form strategic and market partnerships.
Manage an active account/client list.
Conceptualize, create, and deliver sales proposals that are consistent with station strategies.
Achieve individual sales goals while contributing to the WPTZ dynamic sales team.