What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WVUE 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 WVUE:
WVUE- FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated News station in the competitive New Orleans Market. FOX 8 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that affect change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. FOX 8 recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them delivering all the news, information, and entertainment viewers want and need to know. With this mission in mind, FOX 8 is committed to serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi and continues to lead in the field of investigative journalism. Fox 8 is committed to innovation and continued evolution in the use of existing technology producing roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming per week.
Job Summary/Description:
Are you an aggressive and goal-oriented person with a strong competitive drive and determination to win? A natural relationship builder and collaborator, often viewed by others as a thought leader. Are you interested in a sales job that allows you to do what you do best- sell, sell and sell! WVUE is looking for a multi-platform sales and marketing superstar who wants to join our sales team. We provide the culture, tools, and environment for you to achieve unlimited success.
This position requires someone with a high level of tenacity and closing ability. A great Multimedia Sales Consultant must possess extensive industry and market knowledge to assist their clients in defining discrete marketing objectives and then recommending high-impact solutions.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Conduct thorough client needs analyses, present proposed strategic solutions and tactics, and provide follow-up assessments of advertising effectiveness.
• Sell advertising solutions for new customers that will deliver results.
• Maintain current business by effectively negotiating with customers to meet a winning return on investment.
• Able to explain the benefits of Digital (SEM, SEO, Social, and Display) and its integration with TV.
• Sell across all product platforms, broadcast as well as digital to include OTT.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Sell across all product platforms, broadcast as well as digital to include OTT.
• The individuals who will become our Multimedia Sales Consultant are enthusiastic, driven, self-motivated, hunters, and confident with an entrepreneurial spirit, if this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today.
Desire Skills and Experience:
• BA or BS in Business, Marketing, or Advertising preferred.
• 3-5 years of sales or marketing experience required with interactive/digital experience preferred.
• Qualified applicants, please apply online and attach your resume with a cover letter. No phone calls, please. EOE-M/F/D/V/
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)
WVUE-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.
