- Pay
- Pay Range for this position is: $40,000 - $125,000
- Employment
- full time
Employer Job Description
From Nexstar's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
FOX 39 and WTVO are expanding our sales teams in Rockford, Ill. Come join the team with the fastest-growing news, original content, sports and number one weather team in the region!
This position isn’t for everybody. To be successful, you must fully embrace our consultative approach that uses a multi-media strategy to help our clients grow their business.
WTVO and FOX 39 have an opening for the right account executive who possesses:
- At least 5+ years in broadcast, cable or similar experience
- At least 5+ years in working with transactional business with both Hold Co’s and local ad agencies
- At least 5+ years in digital sales with the following products including OTT, CTV, social, display, Search and SEO
- Passion for sports and ability to position the value of NFL, College Football and Basketball and other major sports franchises
- Strong at new business development skills both direct and agency especially with digital products
- Growing an established account list by upselling 1st party Nexstar digital products, strategic pricing and outstanding account stewardship
- Ability to hold meaningful conversations with decision makers
Ability to negotiate and CLOSE business and know that the word “no” is an opportunity!
Demonstrates personal integrity to differentiate from the competition.
- Make decisions without supervision
- Play a role in the production of client’s creative elements
- Responsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up and collections
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Position is full time and may be on location in Rockford or remote within Illinois or Wisconsin
Extra Benefits:
- Top tier 3rd-party sales training program
- Preferred YMCA membership rate
- Pay Range for this position is: $40,000 - $125,000
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more
Interested candidates should apply at our corporate website: mystateline.com/employment
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