Account Executive

Sales Account Executive

The Sales Account Executive generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, cold-calling new prospects and convincing potential clients of the merits of television advertising.

We are looking for someone with a cheerful outlook, strong work ethic, a desire to build trusting relationships with our clients and who is well connected in the Hawaii DMA.

KHON2, KHII & CW is home to community focused local news, top-quality locally produced programming, KHON2.com and the most technologically advanced digital marketing solutions in the market.

You will work with local sales management to help businesses reach their potential using commercial and digital advertising solutions and be provided continual professional development opportunities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Implements strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
• Establishes credible relationships with local business community.
• Makes sales calls on existing and prospective clients.
• Maintains assigned accounts and develops new accounts.
• Prepares and delivers sales presentations to clients.
• Explains to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
• Provides clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all media.
• Develops advertising schedules with clients and station personnel responsible for placing advertising into station media.
• Works with clients and station personnel to produce effective commercials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills :

Compensation - Starting at $40,000 Guarantee or Draw plus commission, commensurate with experience and skill level.