Local Digital/TV Sales Account Executive
LOCAL ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE POSITION AVAILABLE
WPHL-TV (Philadelphia) / Nexstar Broadcasting Inc. (the largest locally owned media company in the United States) is looking for a local Account Executive in the #5 DMA in the country. As a local Account Executive, you will help local businesses realize growth opportunities by introducing them to compelling targeted messaging through customized screen-based advertising solutions. Our cross-screen marketing approach includes digital platforms Weather.com, CTV/OTT, video, search, social, digital display as well as broadcast television including The CW, NASCAR, ACC Basketball/Football, Inside the NFL, WWE:NXT and much more. Account Executives have a flexible work environment at WPHL.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Ensuring all financial budget goals are met by using WPHL/Nexstar advertising products to prospect, develop, maintain and grow your account/revenue base
- Cultivating new relationships and strengthening current relationships with local direct clients while promoting station/company image and perception
- Identifying needs of advertisers and preparing customized sales presentations
- Consulting with sales management on opportunities and specific needs of clients
- Curating new programs to maximize revenue from existing clients with a heavy focus on business development
- Maintaining a customer friendly attitude while being dedicated to company requirements and customer needs
- Being a results-driven, customer focused, solution oriented, aggressive self-starter
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years selling experience, preferably in television and/or digital
- Proficient in computer applications such as Excel, Powerpoint, Word etc.
- Ability to multi-task & operate with a sense of urgency
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational & presentation skills
- Confidence to speak with decision makers
If interested, please apply at: nexstar.tv/careers/