Account Executive, Fox 17 Wxmi - Grand Rapids

WXMI, the E.W. Scripps Fox affiliate

Grand Rapids, Michigan, US
Uncapped sales commission; monthly allowance for m...
Onsite
Proven sales success in media or related field
Experience with broadcast ratings and digital execution
Strong analysis and data interpretation skills
This role offers the exciting opportunity to work with a full array of advertising platforms, from Over The Top (OTT) video and social media strategies to broadcast television

Job Summary

  • This role offers the exciting opportunity to work with a full array of advertising platforms, from Over The Top (OTT) video and social media strategies to broadcast television.
  • The position includes uncapped sales commission, monthly allowances for mileage and cell phone, and extensive Scripps Sales Process training.
  • Candidates will serve as trusted advisors to clients, managing relationships, negotiating program ratings, and developing custom marketing solutions.

Matching Summary

This role offers the exciting opportunity to work with a full array of advertising platforms, from Over The Top (OTT) video and social media strategies to broadcast television.

Salary

Uncapped sales commission; Monthly allowance for mileage and cell phone; Full medical, dental, vision, retirement match, and other benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proven sales success in media or related field
  • Experience with broadcast ratings and digital execution
  • Strong analysis and data interpretation skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Office
  • Ability to prospect and close new business deals

Nice-to-have

  • Highly self-motivated and goal focused mindset
  • Creative and innovative thinking abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Outstanding presentation abilities for various groups
  • Strategic account management experience preferred

Key Requirements

  • BS/BA in related discipline preferred
  • 2+ years of proven sales success preferred
  • Experience in strategic account management preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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