Account Executive

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox2-WJBK is currently looking for an experienced Account Executive. The qualified candidate will maintain and improve existing clients and target prospective customers to sell comprehensive advertising campaigns utilizing all platforms including television, and digital performing the following duties:

• Responsible for obtaining revenue goals in all facets including existing accounts, new business, zero share business and digital.

• Meet regularly with sales management to communicate sales goals, new business development and forecasts. • Proficient in negotiation skills utilizing NSI LPM ratings, Rentrak and qualitative research,

• Possess strong written and oral communication skills including strong presentation skills.

• Ability to identify and target new business opportunities and hit quarterly sales goals as assigned.

• Call on prospective clients and present outlines of various programs, packages and opportunities.

• Create and present marketing plans to encourage the use of FOX in their advertising mix.

• Process all paperwork related to account lists accurately, completely and in a timely manner.

• Work with Credit Manager to ensure appropriate credit references are furnished and timely payments are received for business sold.

• Demonstrate responsibility for any and all equipment issued by FOX.

• Represent FOX 2 in a professional manner at all times.

• Regular attendance.

• Comply with all 21st Century computer requirements – myfoxpay, Navigator training, password protection, computer usage, etc.

• Comply with all 21st Century and Station policies – Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption, Insider Trading, etc.

• Duties as assigned.

• Entertain clients.

• Local/regional travel.

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university preferred. Five+ year’s equivalent experience. Possess proficient skills in Word, Excel and Power Point. Must maintain a valid driver’s license including a clean driving record. Must notify HR Director immediately of any change in the status of driver’s license. Must have reliable transportation at all times.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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