What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDIA EXECUTIVE - KNOP position at Gray Local Media, Inc?
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 KNOP:
KNOP, KNPL and KIIT unite to form North Platte's News and Information Network, the dominant source of local news and entertainment programming in Western Nebraska. These NBC, CBS and FOX affiliates share one newly remodeled facility equipped with leading edge broadcast and news gathering technology. Together, they provide award-winning local news coverage, dedicated community service and effective marketing solutions.
Job Summary/Description:
If you love sales and you have experience selling directly to decision makers (jewelry, clothing, automotive, insurance or something else), we have a tremendous broadcast and digital sales career for you. Come see how to make more money with better hours. Your multimedia toolbox will include:
• #1 rated news!
• Popular NBC, CBS and FOX primetime shows such as FBI, Dateline, AGT, Survivor, The Masked Singer and The Voice!
• Exciting sports programming including NFL Football, Big Ten Football, March Madness, Major League Baseball, NASCAR and Husker Coaches Shows!
• The stations’ proprietary digital products, along with a full suite of digital capabilities including targeted display and video, social media advertising, email marketing, SEO, SEM/PPC and streaming audio & video.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Achieve individual revenue budgets (television stations and digital properties)
-Develop and maximize revenue from existing clients
-Develop and maintain good agency/account relationships
-Develop new local advertisers to the station
-Provide on-going customer service to all clients
-Interact with other departments at the station to ensure that the client(s) receive a good buying experience from the minute they say yes until the bill is paid in full.
-Accurate and timely paperwork and on-going communication with clients, managers and co-workers
Qualifications/Requirements:
Minimum of a high school diploma (college degree is preferred)
-Prior advertising sales experience preferred (television, digital, radio, print, etc.)
-Proficiency in math, writing, listening and verbal communication skills
-Must possess good speaking and presentation skills
-Organization and time management skills
-Have a pleasant personality and social skills
-Must maintain business-like and professional dress and appearance
-Must possess a valid driver's license and have a reliable automobile
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)
KNOP-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 before the first workday.
