Wisconsin Broadcasters Association is hiring: Media Executive in Eau Claire
Wisconsin Broadcasters Association, Eau Claire, WI, United States, 54701
Gray Digital Media (GDM) and WEAU 13 News, a dominant media outlet in Western Wisconsin, seeks a sales professional for our Media Executive position on our growing team. The primary responsibility of the Media Executive is to develop and sell creative marketing solutions using state-of-the-art targeted digital advertising and broadcast solutions. The ideal candidate must have the ability to strategize and negotiate multi-platform marketing and advertising projects, working independently to achieve revenue goals. We offer a paid base salary, excellent benefit and PTO package, and a commission structure that allows the right person to grow without limits.
Gray Digital Media (GDM) is one of the nation's largest full-service in-house digital agencies. With a presence in over 114 markets across the USA, GDM is a leader in digital marketing, optimizing campaigns instead of products and working with businesses to identify, understand, and achieve goals - ultimately driving ROI. WEAU 13 News, the NBC affiliate in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, is owned by Gray Media Inc., the second largest broadcast and digital media group in the nation. A market leader in news, digital, and social media, WEAU 13 News covers 26 counties in Western Wisconsin and Southern Minnesota.
Responsibilities:
- Researching and contacting new businesses daily (i.e. cold calls) to maintain a robust prospect list pipeline.
- Conducting comprehensive analysis of client's needs to determine the best strategies for a long-term advertising plan.
- Preparation and presentation of multi-platform advertising solutions using PowerPoint (or similar) to showcase the best digital and broadcast products to drive business success.
- Collaboration with internal colleagues to identify and help develop dynamic creative ideas for commercial and digital ad placements.
- Management of the entire sales process from prospecting to close to ensure the highest ROI for clients and long-term relationships.
- Accurate and timely use of sales support software for order entry, activity tracking, and proposal development.
Minimum Requirements:
- 1-3 years sales or business development experience including cold calling; media or marketing experience preferred but we will train the right person if the fit is right.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.
- Ability to use creativity to solve problems.
- Ability to develop campaigns and motivate others.
- A real desire to understand your clients and their businesses.
- A thirst for ongoing learning: advertising, marketing, television, digital.
- Experience developing dynamic PowerPoint presentations, knowledge of other MS Office products.
- Must meet the Gray Television driving requirements and have a valid driver's license.
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings. Please include a resume, cover letter, and any additional supporting materials. No phone calls. WEAU 13 News is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Info
Station/Company Name: WEAU
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