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The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering

Account Executive

The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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About TEGNA: TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

At KGW-TV, a TEGNA‑owned NBC affiliate in Portland, OR, we are looking for our next Account Executive. As an Account Executive, you are responsible for achieving or exceeding the individual sales goals across all TEGNA marketing solutions from linear TV to digital, including OTT with PREMION. You will act as a lead generator by identifying and reaching clients in the dynamic Portland market that will best take advantage of our solutions. You then become a marketing consultant to the clients helping them define and achieve their business objectives.

Our ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial spirit, sense of urgency and passion for working alongside clients while meeting established internal revenue goals.

At KGW 8 we pride ourselves on:

Putting People First

Engaging Our Community

Driving Results for Our Clients and Company

Expecting and Demanding Excellence

Creating Experiences for Our Clients and Team

What We Offer

Winning, inclusive, collaborative, supportive, and fun culture

Base salary + uncapped commissions

Leading media products

Resources for training, career growth and collaboration

Growth opportunities

Generous benefits including PTO, 401(k) match, medical/dental/vision, mental health support and more

What You Will Do

Consistently prospect for new revenue opportunities using client and category insights

Upsell current clients by engaging them in the full product line of KGW 8 offerings

Create custom solutions-driven campaigns that meet client needs across multiple media platforms including broadcast, digital and Streaming (OTT)

Seek opportunities to expand relationships with key clients by taking an active role in understanding their business needs and competitive landscape

Establish strong relationships with internal team members by providing Account Management team with clear and concise direction for successful execution of campaigns

Make decisions and solve problems independently to support customer needs

Partner with Account Managers to provide exceptional customer service and contract fulfillment

Strategically utilize Matrix and station CRM to manage day-to-day activity, pipeline and forecasts

Positively and professionally represent the media group to the community at events and surrounding businesses

What You Need

3-5 years of account engagement in a professional, fast paced media sales environment

Proven track record of successfully achieving or exceeding sales goals and developing new business opportunities as a seller

Understanding of Comscore methodology

Understanding of Google Analytics

Established knowledge of marketing solutions including broadcasting and digital advertising including audio and interactive, and be a perpetual learner, eager to continuously expand your knowledge

Prior working experience using Microsoft Office Suite and CRM (Client Relationship Management) systems, and ability to leverage technology to project manage workload and achieve goals

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities to proactively communicate with clients, co‑workers, and vendors, and to write/edit compelling proposals

Possess a creative mind to put together unique campaigns focused on solving client needs with the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Proven effective problem solver with ability to quickly adapt to changing and competing priorities while meeting deadlines

Strong business acumen with attention to detail and accuracy, as well as strong organization and time management skills

Self‑motivation and a strong work ethic are essential attributes to being successful

Benefits TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part‑time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1%-80% of their pay on a pre‑tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

EEO Statement TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com

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