Sales Assistant

Job Description

KCRA-TV, the Hearst Television NBC affiliate in Sacramento, is looking for a Sales Assistant that is organized, detail-oriented team player with exceptional written and verbal skills, and the ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. A positive attitude and professional demeanor are essential along with the flexibility to work in a rapidly changing environment. Specifically, you'll work on processing advertising contracts, generating support materials for the sales team, and coordinating the scheduling and launch of advertising campaigns. This career opportunity is a great way to get your foot in the door at a highly respected TV station and begin a career with Hearst Television, an industry-leading television station group. In person attendance is required.

Responsibilities include:
• Entering and maintaining all local orders.
• Assisting in the development of sales proposals, advertising packages and client presentations.
• Effectively communicating with internal teams (sales, production, finance) and external clients to ascertain performance and delivery of campaigns.
• Interacting and supporting co-workers, clients, and the viewing public in a professional manner, both on the phone and in person.

Experience Requirements:
• Must have computer and software experience.
• Previous media experience is a plus.
• Military experience will be considered.

Qualifications Requirements:
• Proficient in Microsoft Products including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple projects.
• Capable of learning new systems promptly and thoroughly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be highly focused, organized, accurate and detail oriented.
• Military experience will be considered.

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $42,000 and $50,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d2kj7m-3-129-250-166-42 in your application.