What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDIA EXECUTIVE (Murfreesboro-Hybrid) - WSMV 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 WSMV:
WSMV 4 is Nashville's NBC affiliate and Middle Tennessee's first television station. Owned by Gray Television, WSMV 4 broadcasts 53 hours of live, local news each week, and has been recognized with numerous awards. WSMV is also the home of Nashville's Certified Most Accurate First Alert Forecast for 5 years running (certified by WeatherRate).
Visit www.WSMV.com for more.
Job Summary/Description:
WSMV is looking for a highly motivated, competitive, and goal-driven Media Executive with a focus on, but not limited to, the City of Murfreesboro. We are seeking an individual gifted in developing, presenting, and implementing comprehensive, multi-media marketing solutions and services to executives and business owners. The ideal candidate will be skilled at developing strong client relationships and has the ability to adapt and embrace new technology and product offerings within our marketing portfolio. As a Media Executive, you will be responsible for business development utilizing marketing opportunities on WSMV-TV, Gray Digital Media, and Telemundo Tennessee.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited, to):
- Primary sales territory inside Murfreesboro, TN City limits
- Develop and strengthen client relationships
- Explore and present multi-screen marketing opportunities
- Maintain excellent communication, persuasion, and presentation skills
- Provide concise updates on negotiations and forecasts
- Adapt to new technology and product offerings within our marketing portfolio
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must be able to work under daily deadline pressure with attention to detail
- Ability to be self-motivated and work as part of a team
- Must have strong organizational skills
- It is essential to be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and clients
- Current understanding of the Murfreesboro marketplace is preferred
- A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and 2 years of sales experience is preferred
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)
WSMV-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.
