Media Executive

Job Description

Media Executive

About Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About Station KXII:
If you are outgoing, smart, inquisitive, driven, organized, and have a never-give-up attitude -- we have a great job waiting for you at Texoma's KXII 12 Media! KXII is the most watched television/digital news operation in Texoma, with nationally recognized and award-winning news, weather, and sports content. In addition, we are a market leader in creating multi-platform marketing solutions for local, regional, and national businesses. More than anything, we strive to provide content and solutions that keep Texomans safe and informed, and their businesses thriving.
Job Summary/Description:
KXII is looking for an essential member of our sales team, who will drive new direct business revenue. With an extensive suite of broadcast, digital, sponsorship, and non-traditional product offerings, this role is responsible for developing, growing, and managing an account base.
KXII is seeking a Media Executive to work in the North Texas and Southern Oklahoma region. This individual will solicit new advertisers and increase the share of the business of existing advertisers. The Media Executive achieves assigned revenue goals through the sale of digital advertising, television airtime, and other products and services to new and existing clients.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• You will research opportunities in your market, and generate or follow through on sales leads.
• You will own the full sales cycle from prospect to close and meet new business revenue and budget goals.
• You will be an expert in marketing, and provide expert insights, recommendations, and consultancy to build productive and long-lasting relationships.
• You will maintain a consistent pipeline of new advertising prospects and forecast with accuracy monthly in our CRM platform.
• Create and present marketing recommendations to advertisers' key decision-makers in person and virtually.
• Meet or exceed sales expectations, goals, and budgets.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively internally across all KXII 12 Media departments and support staff.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Previous outside sales experience is preferred. Media sales experience is a plus. Recent college graduates with a Bachelor's degree are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of digital marketing platforms is ideal.
• The ability to learn in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Strong sales skills, with the ability to create effective sales promotions.
• Adaptable and effective negotiating skills.
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KXII-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.
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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g3pe2n-3-17-74-14-42 in your application.