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WMTW Job Description

WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Portland, ME., has an opening for an experienced Account Executive. We are looking for an Account Executive who will develop and maintain business on all platforms – TV, digital, and multicast. The ideal candidate has media sales experience, is a self-starter, thrives in a goal-oriented team environment, and has a desire to WIN! Are you ready to take the next step in your sales career, make a great living, and join a top company in the broadcast media industry? If the answer is yes, we want to hear from you! You will report to the General Sales Manager. Job Description

WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Portland, ME., has an opening for an experienced Account Executive. We are looking for an Account Executive who will develop and maintain business on all platforms – TV, digital, and multicast. The ideal candidate has media sales experience, is a self-starter, thrives in a goal-oriented team environment, and has a desire to WIN! Are you ready to take the next step in your sales career, make a great living, and join a top company in the broadcast media industry? If the answer is yes, we want to hear from you! You will report to the General Sales Manager.

As an Account Executive, you will be expected to work both at the station as well as outside of the station making sales calls and/or visiting with clients or potential clients. In this hybrid position, you will meet with clients in-person and have capabilities for zoom/video conference meetings as needed.

Responsibilities

Generate new business revenue across all platforms Manage and cultivate an active account list Ensure all revenue goals are achieved Create and deliver sales presentations to client/agency personnel Collaborate with other departments in station to ensure client satisfaction

Requirements

3+ years of media sales experience preferred, plus an excellent understanding of media plans, the advertising marketplace, and key competition Ability to use interpersonal communication skills to develop rapport with clients, anticipate needs, and negotiate Proficiency with Wide Orbit, Wide Orbit Media Sales, Kantar or other commercial monitoring program, and Microsoft applications a plus Must possess a driver’s license with a good driving record Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered In-person attendance is required

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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