Account Executive

WUSA9, TEGNA's flagship TV station and CBS affiliate in Washington, DC is hiring an experienced advertising Account Executive!

We are constantly committed to innovation with state-of-the-art marketing solutions offering endless opportunities for our clients to thrive from linear TV, to digital video, OTT, and advanced attribution tactics.

You will be part of a team of successful advertising sellers and account managers, who manage high-volume account lists, and are passionate about helping their clients thrive. You will be responsible for growing revenue and share by effectively negotiating, packaging and recommending solutions that utilize our broadcast and digital assets.

What we offer

• Winning, inclusive, supportive and fun culture

• Base + Uncapped Commissions

• List of accounts

• Leading and innovative media products

• Resources to set you up for success

• Growth opportunities

• Generous benefits

• Purpose-driven and employee-centric organization

What we're looking for

• You are a creative solutions-based seller who can develop ideas that produce results for our customers utilizing our multi-platform products

• You are experienced in media sales

• You are eager to learn TEGNA's top-notch advertising product suite

• You are a hungry business developer wanting to uncover any opportunity

• You can ask for the order and close with customers

• You are detail-oriented and a multitasker

What will you do

• Develop and expand client relationships by developing best-in-class marketing solutions;

• Maximize share of business from an assigned list of local and regional accounts

• Develop new revenue through selling sponsorships, digital solutions, and Premion OTT

• Maximize share of business from an assigned list of local and regional accounts

• Partner with Account Manager & Sales Assistant to provide exceptional customer service to clients

• Partner with Account Manager & Sales Assistant to organize and prioritize business to successfully meet goals and deadlines

• Create effective verbal & written marketing presentations in collaboration with Account Manager, Marketing Specialist, Research Director, and Sales Assistants

• Manage day-to-day activity, pipeline, and forecasts using Salesforce

What you need

• 2+ years of broadcast television sales or media advertising sales experience

• Understanding of OTT

• Proven track record of and passion for business development

• Bachelor's degree preferred

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Experience in using qualitative research and/or other marketing research tools

• Experience in WideOrbit

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic

• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team

• A valid driver's license with an excellent driving record, as well as reliable transportation and proof of insurance

• Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

• Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment

• Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

Benefits:

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for themselves and each of their family members through Spring Health.

TEGNA's Paid Time Off (PTO) program begins with 15 days of PTO for full-time employees, and nine paid holidays.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com

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