Overview
WYFF, the NBC affiliate in Greenville, SC, is looking for a Sales Account Associate (entry level). The position is a sales training program aimed at developing candidates into Sales Account Executives. The role emphasizes learning all facets of local television sales and applying your natural sales abilities. All sales team members, led by the Local Sales Manager, will contribute to your training and success. You will report to the General Sales Manager.
- Seniority level : Entry level
- Employment type : Full-time
- Job function : Sales and Business Development
- Industries : Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
Training
Comprehensive 9-12-month training, with ongoing career development and opportunities through WYFFLearn industry-leading communication and sales techniquesTrain with top sales producersLearn software skills such as WideOrbit Traffic and Media Sales, Media Monitors, Matrix, and other sales platformsLearn and work with Nielsen research dataRoleplay and practice presentations regularlyResponsibilities
Assist the development of sales proposals, advertising packages, and client presentationsCreate supportive marketing materials for the sales departmentPrepare proposals based on account executive requestsCommunicate with our teams (including : sales, production, finance) and external clients on performance and delivery of campaignsEnter and maintain all orders including electronic transfer and maintenance of WOCentral orders to WideOrbitManage sales databaseQualifications
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive projectsStrong verbal and written communication skills are necessaryExcellent social, intrapersonal, and presentation skillsMust be focused and organizedProficient in Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets)Must have an enterprising spirit with a goal of becoming a media sales account executive in 9-12 monthsRelated military experience will be consideredIn-person attendance is requiredDiversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on the whole person. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Medical | Dental | Vision401(k) matchingEmotional Wellness SupportPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveLGBTQ+ Health ServicesAdditional benefits to meet your and your family's needsAbout Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and / or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
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