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Sales Manager – Nexstar Media Group | FOX31| KDVR & Colorado’s Own 2| KWGN
Are you a high-performing sales leader with a passion for winning? Ready to elevate your career with a powerhouse media organization? Nexstar Media Group’s FOX31 (KDVR) and Colorado’s Own 2 (KWGN)—the #1 media group in Denver—is looking for a Sales Manager to lead our dynamic team of multi-media marketing consultants.
This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to grow into a higher-level position. We’re looking for someone with the vision, drive, and expertise to eventually step into a larger leadership role within the company. If you’re ready to lead today and prepare for tomorrow, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
About Us
Located in the Mile High City, the heart of the Rockies, KDVR FOX31 and KWGN Colorado’s Own 2 deliver market-leading news, sports, and entertainment across broadcast and digital platforms. With Colorado’s most-watched morning and late news, top-tier sports coverage (including NFL and Denver Broncos Football), and #1 digital platforms, we provide innovative and first in class solutions that connect audiences with advertisers like never before.
Why This Role?
As Sales Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of driving revenue growth, building client relationships, and leading a top-performing sales team. This is your opportunity to:
✅ Winning Culture – Work in a supportive, high-energy environment that celebrates success.
✅ Premier Market – Thrive in Denver, one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. with an exceptional quality of life.
✅ Unmatched Resources – Leverage state-of-the-art tools and an industry-leading brand to drive success.
✅ Competitive Benefits – Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and performance-based compensation.
Compensation range: $185-$220K. Compensation package includes base, plus commission and bonus plan..
Ready to make an impact, lead a top-performing team, and position yourself for future leadership? Apply now and take the next step in your career
To Apply: Please visit the Work for Us page at KDVR.com: https://kdvr.com/contact/jobs-at-fox31-denver-kwgn or at the Nexstar Website at:https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar to complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online. No Calls
KDVR.KWGN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check
Are you a high-performing sales leader with a passion for winning? Ready to elevate your career with a powerhouse media organization? Nexstar Media Group’s FOX31 (KDVR) and Colorado’s Own 2 (KWGN)—the #1 media group in Denver—is looking for a Sales Manager to lead our dynamic team of multi-media marketing consultants.
This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to grow into a higher-level position. We’re looking for someone with the vision, drive, and expertise to eventually step into a larger leadership role within the company. If you’re ready to lead today and prepare for tomorrow, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
About Us
Located in the Mile High City, the heart of the Rockies, KDVR FOX31 and KWGN Colorado’s Own 2 deliver market-leading news, sports, and entertainment across broadcast and digital platforms. With Colorado’s most-watched morning and late news, top-tier sports coverage (including NFL and Denver Broncos Football), and #1 digital platforms, we provide innovative and first in class solutions that connect audiences with advertisers like never before.
Why This Role?
As Sales Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of driving revenue growth, building client relationships, and leading a top-performing sales team. This is your opportunity to:
- Inspire & Lead – Mentor and motivate a results-driven sales team to exceed revenue goals.
- Shape Strategy – Develop and execute cutting-edge sales strategies across broadcast and digital platforms. Develop and lead revenue generating projects and advertiser opportunities.
- Make an Impact – Collaborate with clients to create custom marketing solutions that drive success.
- Advance Your Career – Grow professionally in a winning culture that invests in its people.
- Provide strong leadership, leading and managing the day to day of a team of experience and new Account Executives.
- Hire, train, and develop top-tier sales talent while fostering a high-performance culture.
- Develop and execute multi-platform sales strategies to drive revenue across local, new business, and digital platforms.
- Drive new business development, manage inventory, and forecast revenue.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, collaborating with Account Executives to deliver measurable results.
- Prepare budgets, approve expenditures, and manage accounts receivable.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring our sales team is equipped with the latest insights and solutions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Mass Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5 years of multi-platform media sales experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing a team of Account Executives preferred.
- Expertise in local and digital media advertising, including linear, display, video, programmatic, OTT, SEO, SEM, social, and emerging trends. Successful candidate should demonstrate certification of leadership and mangers training. Google digital training, and/or IAB certification a plus.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365, CRM platforms (Matrix, Wide Orbit), and analytics tools (Google Analytics, Nielsen, comScore).
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
- Act as a key decision-maker with a leadership mindset, preparing for future opportunities to step into a larger role.
✅ Winning Culture – Work in a supportive, high-energy environment that celebrates success.
✅ Premier Market – Thrive in Denver, one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. with an exceptional quality of life.
✅ Unmatched Resources – Leverage state-of-the-art tools and an industry-leading brand to drive success.
✅ Competitive Benefits – Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and performance-based compensation.
Compensation range: $185-$220K. Compensation package includes base, plus commission and bonus plan..
Ready to make an impact, lead a top-performing team, and position yourself for future leadership? Apply now and take the next step in your career
To Apply: Please visit the Work for Us page at KDVR.com: https://kdvr.com/contact/jobs-at-fox31-denver-kwgn or at the Nexstar Website at:https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar to complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online. No Calls
- EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED****
KDVR.KWGN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check
Salary : $185,000 - $220,000
