Gray Television is hiring: MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WANF in Atlanta

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 WANF:

WANF (previously WGCL/CBS46) has served Atlanta communities for more than 50 years with local news, weather, sports, and entertainment. WANF & WPCH are owned by Gray Media, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Would you like to work in the #6 market in a city with a thriving economy and a vibrant culture? WANF and WPCH provide the community with award-winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses.

Job Summary/Description:

Gray Media (WANF/WPCH) is seeking a Media Executive to solicit new advertisers with a consultative solution sales approach. The candidate will be expected to hunt, close, and develop new business and build a new client base. The perfect candidate will work with new businesses to increase their business and realize a positive ROI on their marketing and advertising investment. Candidate must have a track record of successful business development and the ability to provide digital solutions across multiple platforms.

This is a new business development role and does not have an established book of business. Those with a hunter mentality and work ethic will succeed in this role.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Prospect new accounts and create new sales opportunities
2. Develop targeted sales opportunities specific to a client's needs
3. Be a contributing part of the team; team players only

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Your college degree, strong computer skills, math aptitude, creativity, and understanding of the sales process are the keys to a competitive salary + commission/benefit package.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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)

WANF-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. 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.

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

Qualifications Education:

Required: High School

Behaviors:

Preferred: Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Licenses & Certifications:

Preferred: Drivers License

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