Account Executive - Kbjr

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 KBJR:

Duluth is located on Lake Superior, the greatest of the Great Lakes. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, then you can consider Duluth paradise. If you prefer the offerings of the big city life, the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are a short drive down I-35. Our building, office space, and studios are state-of-the-art. Located in Canal Park, considered one of Minnesota's top tourist destinations. We have views of Lake Superior and the Hillside of Downtown Duluth. We are within walking distance of the Lakewalk, Aerial Lift Bridge, and many fine restaurants, shops, and clubs.

Learn more about KBJR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ohxvt9jZbLg

Job Summary/Description:

Northern News Now in Duluth, MN is seeking an Account Executive to join our team. The Account Executive is responsible for generating new business as well as maintaining and growing established client relationships.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Grow existing accounts

• Develop relationships with new local direct businesses

• Monitor accounts receivables and keep current

• Create presentations customized to grow your client's business

• Sell advertising consistent with station policies and rate guidelines

• Assist in the production of client's needs and act as a liaison with all departments

• Continually grow your knowledge of effective marketing principals

• Generate Sales Leads

• Ability to make face to face sales visits

• Enter commercial traffic orders into Wide Orbit

• Attend networking events as needed

• Monitor and report on the activity of competing media

• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

• Minimum of two years proven media sales or business-to-business sales success

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Must have exceptional time management skills

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent required

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

• Minimum of two years proven media sales or business-to-business sales success

• Wide Orbit, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint experience is preferred

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Must have exceptional time management skills

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Professionally represent and support station, both in policy and demeanor

• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record

• Some Travel Required

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)

KBJR-TV/Gray Television, 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.

Gray Television encourages all new employees to vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.