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TEGNA · 16 hours ago

Account Executive

WTLV WJXX-TV Jacksonville

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

TEGNA Inc. is a leading media company that provides trusted local news and services to communities across the United States. The Account Executive role involves driving revenue through local broadcast and digital solutions, focusing on business development and client relationship management in Florida.

AdvertisingBroadcastingMarketingMedia and EntertainmentTV

Responsibilities

Consistently prospect for new revenue opportunities using client and category insights

Upsell current clients by engaging them in the full product line of WTLV WJXX-TV Jacksonville 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 the Account Management team with clear and concise direction for the successful execution of campaigns

Partner with your Account Manager 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

Qualification

Media sales experienceDigital advertising knowledgeCRM proficiencyMicrosoft Office SuiteCreative campaign developmentCommunicationProblem-solving skillsWork ethic

Required

Current driver's license is required

1-3 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

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 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 be 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.