What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE - KSWO (Lawson) position at Gray Television?
About Gray Television:
Gray Television 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 KSWO:
KSWO is a heritage ABC affiliate in the Wichita Falls/Lawton DMA celebrating our 70th anniversary. KSWO is counted on to provide outstanding news, weather, and entertainment to our communities in 17 Oklahoma and Texas counties.
Job Summary/Description:
As account executive, you would be representing KSWO to our local clients in the Lawton OK/Wichita Falls TX DMA. Develop new business and deliver advertising results to clients on or core station KSWO, ME TV, Telemundo, and on our many digital platforms. Understanding customer growth needs. A strong work ethic and the ability to formulate and execute a daily plan is a must. This is a fast paced and fun business that requires persistence, organization, creativity, and interpersonal skills. Utilizing CRM (Customer Relationship Management) tools. You'll be working with creative team to develop effective advertising campaigns, reaching goals and budgets.
This position will be located in Lawton, OK. Experience in media sales or a related field is a plus, but not required. The chosen candidate will receive training, full benefits, and a generous compensation plan.
*** Please note, the primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above ***
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Strong work ethic
* Track record of success
* Time Management skill
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Self-starter
* Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
* Detail oriented with excellent communication & customer service skills
* Goal driven with an attitude for success
* Effective problem solving and organizational skills
* Team focused with the ability to work independently and manage time
* Hungry for ongoing learning with a thirst to understand local business
* Receptive to work in an environment of change and new opportunities
* Portrays a positive, can-do attitude
* Previous work in outside sales or media is a plus but not necessary
* Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your cover letter, resume, and references
KSWO-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
