KMSP-TV in Eden Prairie, MN is seeking an Account Executive.
Fox Television Stations is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.
JOB DESCRIPTION
If you are a hard-working, creative, solution-based seller that can showcase your expertise through building client relationships and offering multimedia solutions to help businesses grow in the marketplace, FOX 9 is the perfect fit for you. The powerful FOX owned and operated duopoly in Minneapolis/St. Paul, is looking for a dynamic Account Executive to join the top local sales team in the market.
Our newest sales leader will be using the strength of our two television stations, streaming, social, and digital platforms to align advertisers and their messages around the best local news, entertainment, and sports programming in the marketplace. Minneapolis/St. Paul is full of large, high profile accounts that are ripe for growth and also offers tremendous opportunity for small to medium sized new business prospects.
FOX 9 is the “Official Home of the Minnesota Vikings” and also produces local shows with the Minnesota Gophers. FOX Sports programming includes Big 10 Football, World Series, Daytona 500, US Open, FIFA World Cup, and much more. We are consistently a top digital and social performer in the market.
We are looking for someone with the experience, knowledge and leadership skills necessary to thrive in a busy and often high pressure environment. Strong numerical ability and an understanding of business analytics is a must. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of success in sales and must be a self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required and knowledge of media related software and research tools is also a plus.
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 for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
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