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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 2 days ago

Account Executive, Sales

Shreveport, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is a leading media organization seeking an Account Executive to generate broadcast and digital advertising revenue. The role involves developing relationships with local businesses, prospecting new clients, and presenting customized advertising solutions.

BroadcastingInformation ServicesMedia and EntertainmentNewsPublishingSocial Media

Responsibilities

Prospect, qualify, develop, close, and grow new broadcast and digital advertising business

Identify and prospect new clients while maintaining a healthy pipeline of potential leads

Makes in-person sales calls on existing and prospective clients

Establishes credible relationships with local businesses and their decision makers

Conducting in-depth needs analysis to understand each client's unique advertising goals

Develop and present customized advertising solutions

Maintains assigned accounts while developing new accounts

Responsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up and collections

Play a pivotal role in facilitating the creation of client’s ads with our production team

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Business-to-business salesDigital marketingMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsAnalytical skillsMulti-taskingNegotiation skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingSelf-motivatedTeam playerDetail-oriented

Required

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and modern office equipment

Proficiency in MS Office products required

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations

Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and a strong team player

Detail-oriented with problem solving and analytical skills

Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize diversified workload

Must have ability to work with minimal supervision and ability to multi-task

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or proven work-related experience

Minimum one year's experience in business-to-business sales, preferably in digital marketing or the media field

A strong track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets