Sales Account Associate

KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW in Rogers, AR is seeking a Sales Account Associate for an entry-level sales training program aimed at developing future Sales Account Executives. This position involves learning local television sales and supporting various sales activities.

Ideal candidates will excel in communication and organization, with a goal of advancing to a Sales Account Executive role within 9-12 months. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle time-sensitive projects under stress.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with a goal of advancing in media sales.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing sales proposals and marketing materials.
• Prepare proposals for account executives.
• Communicate with teams and clients about campaign performance.
• Manage sales database and maintain orders.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Excel proficiency

Tools

WideOrbit

Media Monitors

Matrix

Job description

Sales Account Associate (Entry level)

40/29, the ABC affiliate in Rogers, AR is looking for a Sales Account Associate. The entry level position is a sales training program geared toward developing candidates into Sales Account Executives. As a Sales Account Associate, your first priority is to learn all facets of local television sales while encouraging your natural sales abilities. All sales team members, led by the Local Sales Manager, will contribute to your training and ultimate success. You will report to the Local Sales Manager.

Training

• Comprehensive 9-12-month training, with ongoing career development and opportunities through KHBS
• Learn industry-leading communication and sales techniques
• Train with top sales producers
• Learn software skills such as WideOrbit Traffic and Media Sales, Media Monitors, Matrix, and other sales platforms
• Learn and work with Nielsen research data
• Roleplay and practice presentations regularly

Responsibilities

• Assist the development of sales proposals, advertising packages, and client presentations
• Create supportive marketing materials for the sales department
• Prepare proposals based on account executive requests
• Communicate with our teams (including sales, production, finance) and external clients on performance and delivery of campaigns
• Enter and maintain all orders including electronic transfer and maintenance of WOCentral orders to WideOrbit
• Manage sales database
• In-person attendance is required

Requirements

• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary
• Excellent social, intrapersonal, and presentation skills
• Must be focused and organized
• Proficient in Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets)
• Must have an enterprising spirit with a goal of becoming a media sales account executive in 9-12 months
• Related military experience will be considered

Benefits

• 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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.