Multi-Platform Media Sales Leader

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

KOMU 8 is seeking an innovative General Sales Manager to drive revenue growth across its multiplatform portfolio in Mid-M Missouri. You will lead a revenue-focused team, develop cross-platform marketing solutions, and partner with advertisers to deliver measurable results.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in media sales leadership, strong analytics, and the ability to leverage data and AI-enabled tools to improve client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 3+ years in related roles.
• Strong leadership and revenue growth experience in media/advertising environments.
• Experience developing cross-platform marketing solutions across broadcast, digital, streaming and sponsorship channels.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Familiarity with forecasting, budgeting, pricing strategy and CRM/digital analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, coach, and retain a high-performing sales team.
• Forecast and review pipelines with cross-department collaboration.
• Develop and execute revenue strategies across all platforms to meet budgets.
• Lead sponsorships, promotions, events, pricing, inventory, and yield strategies.
• Build relationships with major advertisers, agencies, and community leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Forecasting

Analytics

Client relationship management

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Cross-platform sales

AI-enabled tools

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Communications/Advertising

Tools

CRM systems

AI-enabled tools

Job description

KOMU 8 is seeking an innovative General Sales Manager to drive revenue growth across its multiplatform portfolio in Mid-M Missouri. You will lead a revenue-focused team, develop cross-platform marketing solutions, and partner with advertisers to deliver measurable results.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in media sales leadership, strong analytics, and the ability to leverage data and AI-enabled tools to improve client outcomes.