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Fox Television Stations · 22 hours ago

Account Executive

Fox Television Stations is a prominent owner and operator of broadcast television stations across the U.S., producing extensive local news and leveraging national content. They are seeking a seasoned Account Executive to maximize revenue across established television and digital accounts, focusing on client relationships and effective sales strategies.

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Responsibilities

Service existing agency accounts as directed by sales management, ensuring the highest level of customer service and satisfaction
Establish direct client contact while maintaining positive relationships with agencies
Develop comprehensive and persuasive multi-screen platform sales and research presentations
Achieve revenue goals across existing accounts, new business, zero-share business, and digital sales
Utilize proficient negotiation skills based on NSI LPM ratings and qualitative research
Showcase a robust understanding of digital platforms with a track record of successful digital sales
Collaborate with the Credit Manager to ensure proper credit references are provided and that payments for business sold are received timely
Generate frequent written correspondence including pre/post-buy letters
Provide the Local Sales Manager with regular reports, including weekly pending, monthly posting, and quarterly forecasting
Comply with all Fox Corporation computer and station policies, including but not limited to anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and insider trading
Maintain professionalism in representing WAGA Fox 5 at all times
Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Broadcast television salesDigital platform salesNielsen data knowledgeOTT platform experiencePresentation skillsNegotiation skillsOrganizational skillsTeamworkSelf-motivation

Required

Work effectively under the pressure of daily deadlines with meticulous attention to detail
Exhibit self-motivation and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Demonstrate strong creative, organizational, planning, and prospecting skills
Communicate effectively and courteously with co-workers and clients
Have an in-depth knowledge of television ratings and research, especially concerning Nielsen and comScore/Rentrak data
Outstanding presentation skills
A minimum of three years of experience in broadcast television and digital platform sales, with experience in selling OTT platforms highly preferred

Preferred

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a related field is preferred

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision
Insurance
A 401(k) plan
Paid time off
Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents

Company

Fox Television Stations

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Fox Television Stations is a group of television stations located within the United States. It is a sub-organization of 21st Century Fox.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Timothy Joyce
SVP of Engineering, Operations and Technology
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