Sales Assistant

FOX News Channel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,753 - 33,131; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Fox Television Stations in New York is hiring a Sales Assistant to support Account Executives and help drive our local sales operations in a fast‑paced media environment. You will handle day‑to‑day admin tasks, process orders, assist with prospecting and market research, and coordinate between agency buyers and clients to ensure a smooth sales process.

A Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of sales or admin experience are preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems is expected, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant field.
• 1–3 years of sales or administrative support experience; media industry is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Customer-focused, proactive, collaborative team player.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with CRM systems; experience with WideOrbit or Operative AOS is a plus.
• Knowledge of streaming advertising marketplace preferred or quick learner.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative and sales support to Account Executives.
• Process sales orders and ensure timely, accurate documentation.
• Assist with prospecting, market research, and sales planning initiatives.
• Serve as the communication hub between Account Executives, agency buyers, and clients to ensure a smooth sales process.
• Track priorities, coordinate tasks, and maintain organized sales records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer-focused

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

WideOrbit

Operative AOS

Job description

Fox Television Stations operates 29 full‑power broadcast television stations across the United States, including major markets such as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. The stations provide network and local programming, producing approximately 1,200 hours of local news weekly.

Join our television sales team as a Sales Assistant, where you will support Account Executives and help drive the success of our sales operations in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative and sales support to Account Executives.
• Process sales orders and ensure timely, accurate documentation.
• Assist with prospecting, market research, and sales planning initiatives.
• Serve as the communication hub between Account Executives, agency buyers, and clients to ensure a smooth sales process.
• Track priorities, coordinate tasks, and maintain organized sales records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant digital media or sales experience preferred.
• 1‑3 years of experience in sales or administrative support; media industry experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, collaborative team player with a customer‑focused approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with CRM systems; experience with WideOrbit or Operative AOS is a plus.
• Knowledge of the streaming advertising marketplace preferred, or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience considered.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $23.05–$24.05 per hour, dependent on education, skills, experience, and location.
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Union‑represented employees’ benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.