What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WMC 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 WMC:
WMC-TV, virtual and VHF digital channel 5, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The station is owned by Gray Television. The station serves roughly the western third of Tennessee, northern Mississippi, eastern Arkansas and the southeastern corner of Missouri over the air, on satellite, and on various cable systems.
Memphis is a one of a kind city, rich in history and music, truly authentic, and boasting a dynamic culinary scene. It sits on the mighty Mississippi River, and is home to the National Civil Rights Museum, Sun Studio, Stax Museum of American Soul, Graceland, The Memphis Grizzlies, Memphis Redbirds, 901 FC, University of Memphis, and the and the Memphis Zoo, (and that's just scratching the surface).
Job Summary/Description:
WMC-TV in Memphis, Tennessee seeks an energetic and extremely motivated Multi-Platform sales professional. Candidate must possess strong presentation and communication skills, experience working with advertising agencies, plus proven success in new business development.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Consult with business owners, marketing and advertising executives, directors, and managers to develop and implement an effective marketing strategy for their business
- Meet or exceed sales expectations, goals, and budgets, and manage your own book of sales revenue for retention and growth
- Learn and master Gray Digital Media's suite of industry-leading digital services
- Develop, retain, and grow client relationships in the Mid South and across the United States.
- Manage your book of business using client management tools and software. Design, write, and present marketing proposals and presentations
- Communicate and collaborate effectively across all GDM Memphis departments and support staff
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 2 or more years experience in digital/media sales preferred with evidence of prior success working with business clients
- Demonstrates intellect, drive, executive presence, and sales acumen
- The ability to prospect and network with business decision-makers within small, medium, and large organizations
- Proven experience building excellent client relationships
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills
- Possess superb written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PPT
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)
WMC-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.
