WBNG-TV is hiring : MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WOWT in Omaha

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and / or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WOWT :

WOWT First Alert 6 is a modern facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Our innovative digital, streaming, and broadcast news and First Alert Weather products provide award-winning, life-saving local coverage and effective marketing solutions for local businesses. Omaha is one of the most progressive cities in the Midwest, with a strong market supported by several national industries. The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions, from the world-famous Henry Doorly Zoo to the NCAA Men's College World Series. Omaha is popular for its downtown, which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market.

Job Summary / Description :

The Out of Market / Transactional Media Executive generates revenue through advertising sales by servicing new and existing clients. The Out of Market / Transactional Media Executive will be evaluated on achieving minimum revenue budget goals, market budget share, client service, thorough, accurate paperwork, teamwork, and attitude. (This is not a remote position.)

Duties / Responsibilities :

Avail and negotiate new and existing regional / transactional business.

Steward regional / transactional business.

Nested items : a. Makegoods

b. Late runs

c. Pre and post logs

Qualifications / Requirements :

Education

a. Minimum of a High School degree (college degree preferred)

Experience

a. Prior advertising sales experience preferred (television, digital, radio, print, outdoor, etc.)

Skills and Technical Ability

a. Proficiency in math, writing, listening, and verbal communications skills.

b. Organization and time management skills.

c. Must possess a valid driver's license and have a reliable automobile.

Personal Characteristics

a. Must possess good listening, speaking, and presentation skills.

b. Must have good phone manners.

c. Must have a pleasant personality and social skills.

d. Must maintain business-like and professional dress and appearance.

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)

WOWT-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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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