Sales & Marketing Specialist
Sinclair Broadcast Group
West Palm Beach, FL
Job Summary/Description:
Gray Local Media is seeking a solutions and results oriented media professional to be based in West Palm Beach, FL. You will consult with local business owners to create multimedia targeted advertising campaigns that exceed their business goals and objectives. Ideal candidates need to have a strong understanding of the sales process, and excel at researching leads, starting new relationships and closing. You should be a quick learner, with strong communication skills and the ability to showcase our solutions in a compelling way. Industry leading training program provided.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
· 90% of your time will be spent developing new business. Consult with business owners, marketing and advertising executives, directors, and managers to develop and implement an effective digital marketing strategy for their business
· Meet or exceed sales expectations, goals, and budgets, and manage your own book of sales revenue for retention and growth
· Learn and master digital advertising products and tools (we are always innovating and growing), along with Gray Digital Media’s suite of digital services
· Develop, retain, and grow client relationships in West Palm and throughout the country
· Manage your book of business using client management tools and software. Design, write, and present marketing proposals and PowerPoint presentations
· Communicate and collaborate effectively across all WFLX/Gray Digital Media departments and support staff
Qualifications/Requirements:
· Sales experience preferred
· Great communication and people skills
· Strong organizational, written, and presentation skills
· Competitive, energetic and self-starter
· Ability to overcome objections
· Energetic, Upbeat, Positive
· Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Must possess valid driver's license with good driving record and no DUIs, MVR check required
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxpeo4-13-58-225-9-42 in your application.
Interested applicants can, go tohttps://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings where you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", we encourage you to upload your resume and cover letter. No phone calls please. EOE/M/F/D/V
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 WFLX:
WFLX FOX 29 is the FOX affiliate in West Palm Beach serving the five-county South Florida DMA (Palm Beach, Martin, St Lucie, Okeechobee, Indian River). WFLX FOX 29 is home to the ONLY local newscasts in the market from 7a-9a, 630p, and is the #1 rated late news at 10 o'clock. FOX29 is home to some of the most watched sporting events from NASCAR, MLB, World Series, Soccer and NFL Football. South Florida Daily is our local lifestyle show for all things West Palm. West Palm Beach has been touted as the "Wall Street" of the South and one of the most desirable areas to live in.