Account Manager

At KARE 11, a TEGNA Media Company, our team embodies an urgent, passionate, and unparalleled commitment to spearhead and transform information delivery across all platforms. Join our innovative and dynamic sales team, where an exciting opportunity awaits an Integrated Account Manager to showcase their expertise by building collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and a diverse portfolio of clients, contributing to our continuous growth and success.

Once ad solutions are sold, the Integrated Account Manager (IAM) becomes the key point of contact for the clients. The IAM will coordinate the full efforts of all the internal team members involved in the fulfillment & execution process to help the clients achieve the desired business results and receive a strong ROI.

Responsibilities:

  • Daily interaction with existing agency and direct client business; this responsibility includes maintenance of client schedules on television and online in addition to implementation of special projects and promotions.
  • Works in tandem with AE, Director of Audience Insights (Research), Sales Coordinator, and Creative Services to develop sales presentations and customer care reports.
  • Attends sales meetings and training to obtain sales, product, and process information, and to keep abreast of company products and services to articulate to clients, when appropriate.
  • Facilitates execution of digital campaigns sold by designated Account Executives. This includes ensuring all digital campaigns are executed on time, accurately booked and trafficked, and regularly monitored to ensure successful delivery.
  • Partners with designated Account Executives in the development of new/incremental revenue.
  • Work with Creative Services and designated Account Executives to facilitate commercial production.
  • Works with Traffic Department as necessary to facilitate accurate scheduling of customers’ traffic.
  • Able to make decisions and solve problems independently to support the customer.
  • Assists designated Account Executives with the maintenance of contracts, generating avails, traffic, make-goods, collections, and overall customer service.
  • Regular tracking of client audience delivery using Nielsen ratings and digital fulfillment.
  • Set up new customer accounts, contracts, order entry, and revisions. Checks for accuracy.
  • Self-motivation and willingness to work as a team player are essential attributes. Creativity, flexibility, and the ability to change with our industry are also keys to success.

Job Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years of account service in a professional, fast-paced environment.
  • College Degree preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively and independently as part of a team.
  • Ability to effectively communicate directly with clients.
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and projects under deadline pressure.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and extremely computer literate.
  • Ability to effectively solve problems.
  • Must be detail-oriented and able to hit deadlines.
  • Creative and able to adapt quickly to change.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong organization and time management.
  • Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving history, as well as reliable transportation and proof of insurance

Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment

Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

 

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit

www.TEGNA.com

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EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations.

 

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