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Gray Media · 22 hours ago

MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WCTV

Gray Media is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and they are seeking an experienced Media Executive for WCTV in Tallahassee, Florida. The role focuses on selling local television and digital advertising solutions while cultivating and enhancing customer relationships to generate new business.

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Responsibilities

Exceed or, at a minimum, achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue goals
Initiate, cultivate, and maintain WCTV advertising client relationships
Secure new Local Direct advertising business for WCTV and our related properties
Service and grow existing accounts through the use of creative ideas, special opportunities, and a professional consultative selling approach
Cultivate positive, long-term working relationships with clients, key decision makers, advertising agencies, and media buyers
Have a strong working knowledge of marketing concepts, along with a detailed understanding of television and digital media advertising methods and strategies
Have a firm understanding of the Tallahassee-Thomasville-Valdosta competitive media market
Be proficient in all software utilized for daily business (including, but not limited to: Wide Orbit Media Sales, Wide Orbit Traffic, Microsoft Office products, comScore Station View Essentials, etc.)
Be prepared for all meetings (internal with management and external with clients)
Meet all client and management deadlines
Present yourself in a professional and respectful manner as a representative of WCTV and Gray Television
Ensure all orders are processed correctly and match what was ordered/approved
Ensure invoices are paid in a timely fashion and billing does not roll over into past due status

Qualification

Sales success in mediaDigital marketing solutionsTelevision advertising knowledgeAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsClient relationship managementProfessional demeanorPresentation skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam playerWork ethicPositive attitudeTime management

Required

Proven track record of sales success in local media (broadcast TV preferred)
Excellent listening, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills
A team player with the ability to create, build, and nurture business relationships
Must handle multiple projects, prioritize, and complete specific tasks on time
Confident personality with a strong sense of urgency and a winning attitude
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
BS/BA degree in business, marketing, or equivalent work experience
Strong working knowledge of marketing concepts, along with a detailed understanding of television and digital media advertising methods and strategies
Firm understanding of the Tallahassee-Thomasville-Valdosta competitive media market
Proficient in all software utilized for daily business (including, but not limited to: Wide Orbit Media Sales, Wide Orbit Traffic, Microsoft Office products, comScore Station View Essentials, etc.)

Preferred

Knowledge and experience in selling data-driven digital marketing solutions
Critical analysis of digital analytics

Company

Gray Media

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Gray Media is a broadcast company that owns and operates television stations in 31 markets across the country.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.4B
2025-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2025-07-08Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2024-05-23Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B

Leadership Team

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Alan Gould
Vice President of Investor Relations
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James Finch
VP Of News Services
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