KBJR-TV in Duluth is seeking a Media Executive.
Description:
Northern News Now in Duluth, MN is seeking an Account Executive to join our team. The Account Executive is responsible for generating new business as well as maintaining and growing established client relationships.
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 101 television markets. Upon closing pending transaction, Gray will own television stations serving 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 KJBR:
Duluth is located on Lake Superior, the greatest of the Great Lakes. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, then you can consider Duluth paradise. If you prefer the offerings of the big city life, the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are a short drive down I-35. Our building, office space and studios are state of the art. Located in Canal Park, considered one of Minnesota's top tourist destinations. We have views of Lake Superior and the Hillside of Downtown Duluth. We are walking distance to the Lakewalk, Aerial Lift Bridge and many fine restaurants, shops, and clubs.
Learn more about Duluth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ohxvt9jZbLg
Responsibilities:
- Develop relationships with new local direct businesses
- Grow existing accounts
- Monitor accounts receivables and keep current
- Create presentations customized to grow your client's business
- Sell advertising consistent with station policies and rate guidelines
- Assist in the production of client's needs and act as a liaison with all departments
- Continually grow your knowledge of effective marketing principals
- Generate Sales Leads
- Ability to make face to face sales visits
- Enter commercial traffic orders into Wide Orbit
- Attend networking events as needed
- Monitor and report on the activity of competing media
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications/ Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum of two years proven media sales or business-to-business sales success
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must have exceptional time management skills
- Highschool Diploma or equivalent required
- Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum of two years proven media sales or business-to-business sales success
- Wide Orbit, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint experience is preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must have exceptional time management skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Professionally represent and support station, both in policy and demeanor
- Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
Travel Requirements:
- Some Travel Required
Qualified candidates with a desire to work with a great group of people, and live in one of America’s best cities, send your link, cover letter, resume and references to:
Joe Biondi
General Sales Manager
jbiondi@kbjr6.com
