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MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WVVA Job at Gray Television in Bluefield

Gray Television, Bluefield, WV, United States, 24701


About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WVVA:

Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains in Nature's Air-Conditioned City, Bluefield, WV, WVVA TV is centrally located in many major markets. The two Virginia's are home to world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of hiking trails, skiing and so much more. We love living here!

Job Summary/Description:

WVVA in Bluefield WV, a Gray Local Media station, is looking for an energetic, self-motivated Media Executive to join our sales team. We are looking for a sales superstar with a disciplined, self-starter mentality and the ability to be customer service-oriented to help grow our share of the local broadcast and digital revenue. If you're looking for a challenging opportunity that allows you to use your customer service and sales background, rewards hard work and you have the desire to work for the #1 station in the market, then we have the job for you! This challenging and rewarding position will be responsible for identifying and acquiring new prospects and connecting them with our best marketing solutions to help them grow their business.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited, to):

• Develop creative ideas and advertising campaigns for clients.
• Grow new local, agency, and digital business.
• Work collaboratively with all sales team members.
• Full participation in Gray Television training programs.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing preferred.
• Great communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good presentation skills.
• Solid computer skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Outside sales experience a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass a motor vehicle records check.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WVVA-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

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.