MEDIA EXECUTIVE - KWCH

Gray TelevisionWichita, KS, US

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Media Executive - KWCH

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and / or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including :

Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account with Company contributions
Flexible Spending Account
Employer-paid life and disability benefits
Paid parental leave benefits
Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
Focus on Caring

Salary / Wage : $30,000 - $50,000 / annually

Shift and Schedule : Mon. - Fri. (or at the manager's discretion)

Job Type : Full-Time

KWCH-TV (12 News) is a CBS television affiliate operated by Gray Television with one of the best corporate and local cultures in the country. Our top-rated station is located in the beautiful south-central region of Kansas. KWCH-TV is the market leader, with viewers relying on news and weather coverage. Along with strong programming ratings, the #1 website, CBS Sports, and CBS Primetime, we deliver the results for our advertisers.

Job Summary / Description : KWCH / KSCW & Gray Digital Media in Wichita, KS, is seeking the next entry-level sales consultant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate is skilled at developing & maintaining strong client relationships, is self-motivated to exceed expectations, with the ability to adapt and embrace new technology & product offerings within our marketing portfolio. This candidate thrives in a position that has no limits to growth or success. The Media Executive role is responsible for identifying, qualifying, and acquiring high-quality clients with significant short- and long-term revenue potential. As an ME, you will connect clients with our innovative marketing solutions to help grow their business and be responsible for business development & utilizing marketing opportunities.

Duties / Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Develop relationships with new businesses by researching opportunities in our market, generating and following through on leads from prospect to close while managing an active pipeline of potential revenue.

Ability to make face-to-face sales and cold calls.

Sell advertising consistent with station policies and rate guidelines.

Create and design professional presentations customized to grow your client's business.

Assist in the production of the client's needs and act as a liaison with all departments and support staff platforms.

Continually grow knowledge of effective marketing principles.

Meets or exceeds sales expectations, goals, and budgets and manages a book of sales revenue for retention and growth opportunities.

Maintain a consistent pipeline, build pipeline velocity, and forecast with accuracy, monthly.

Expected to become an expert in marketing and provide insights, recommendations, and consultancy to build productive and long-lasting relationships with clients.

Qualifications / Requirements :

Microsoft Office Word and Excel experience preferred.

Strong PowerPoint and presentation skills are a plus.

Must be able to work under daily deadline pressure with attention to detail.

Self-motivated, high-energy salesperson.

Excellent organizational, time management, verbal, and writing skills.

Ability to be a team player.

A strong work ethic and the ability to formulate and execute a daily plan are a must.

Must meet the Gray Media driving requirements and have a valid driver's license.

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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