Sales Account Associate

NAB Leadership Foundation; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sales Account Associate to kick-start a career in media sales. This role offers extensive training and mentorship, allowing you to learn the ins and outs of advertising sales. You'll engage in various tasks, from qualifying prospects to managing campaign execution, all while working alongside seasoned professionals. With a focus on career growth and competitive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for driven individuals eager to make their mark in the media landscape.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic learners with a drive to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communicators with strong social and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the sales team on impactful projects from start to finish.
• Support client marketing efforts through guidance with creative assets.

Skills

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Microsoft Office

Critical Thinking

Basic Math Skills

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Start Your Media Sales Career with WGAL TV

WGAL TV, the renowned Hearst-owned NBC affiliate serving the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market, invites you to join our dynamic team as a Sales Account Associate. This early career role is designed for an ambitious individual seeking a career in media sales, offering invaluable on-the-job training and mentorship. You will work with the WGAL sales team on all aspects of the advertising sales process, including qualifying prospects, proposal development and delivery, creation of campaign elements, and managing execution and evaluation of results.

Why WGAL?

• Comprehensive Training: Gain hands-on experience in advertising sales with guidance from marketing experts. Over 10-12 months, you'll learn from top sales producers, master essential software, and develop critical skills.
• Career Growth: Explore exciting career paths in media sales with ample advancement opportunities post-training.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy extensive training and a robust portfolio of Hearst Benefits including medical, retirement plans, paid volunteer time, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with our sales team on impactful projects from start to finish—researching prospects, performing needs analysis, developing proposals, implementing campaigns, and evaluating client success.
• Support client marketing efforts through guidance with creative assets and analysis of research data.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients to ensure smooth campaign execution and client satisfaction.
• Organize and utilize sales tools, ensuring accuracy in our systems.

What We're Looking For:

• Enthusiastic learners with a drive to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communicators with strong social and presentation skills.
• Self-starters who are curious, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and an aptitude for critical thinking and basic math skills.

Ready to Launch Your Career?

Apply now to discover the outstanding benefits and opportunities Hearst offers. Immerse yourself in a rewarding environment where your career aspirations can flourish.

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day—stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. We believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as our audience, ensuring our content is more compassionate and representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible, and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your dependents would have access to:

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

ABOUT US

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states, reaching over 22 million U.S. households. HTV is recognized as a premier broadcasting company, honored with numerous awards for journalism, industry innovation, and community service.