CBS News and Stations · 10 hours ago
Account Executive
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
2+ years expCBS News and Stations is seeking a motivated and results-driven New Business Account Executive to sell the full Paramount Global portfolio. This role focuses on leading both linear and digital revenue by developing solid client relationships within the New York market.
Entertainment
Responsibilities
Drive linear and streaming advertising revenue across CBS News & Stations and Paramount+ platforms
Develop and grow direct client relationships within the New York market
Manage quarterly and annual account plans to increase revenue and market share
Prospect, develop, and close new business, including non-traditional and sponsorship opportunities
Prepare precise weekly and quarterly sales forecasts
Partner with internal teams—including Integrated Marketing, Account Management, Traffic, and Finance—to deliver customized, multi-platform solutions
Work closely with Account Managers to ensure seamless campaign execution from pre-sale through post-campaign recap
Stay informed on marketplace trends, category dynamics, and shifts in the linear and streaming landscape
Represent the station at client meetings, presentations, and station-sponsored events
Maximize revenue opportunities around tentpole programming, sports, and special events
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
2+ years of advertising experience, preferably within television, digital, or multi-platform media
Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding revenue goals in a competitive sales environment
Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to build long-term client partnerships
Experience working with advertising agencies and direct clients
Excellent presentation, negotiation, and closing skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively while managing a high-volume, dynamic book of business
Preferred
Multi-platform sales experience (linear + digital/streaming)
Proficiency with WideOrbit, Strata, Salesforce, and Microsoft Excel
Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail oriented
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) plan
Life insurance coverage
Disability benefits
Tuition assistance program
PTO
Company
CBS News and Stations
CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tim Bennett
Vice President, Partnerships
Brad Holmes
Director, Strategic Partnerships
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