Account Executive

Job Description

About KBJR:

Duluth is located on Lake Superior, the greatest of the Great Lakes. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, then you can consider Duluth paradise. If you prefer the offerings of the big city life, the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are a short drive down I-35. Our building, office space and studios are state of the art. Located in Canal Park, considered one of Minnesota's top tourist destinations. We have views of Lake Superior and the Hillside of Downtown Duluth. We are walking distance to the Lakewalk, Aerial Lift Bridge and many fine restaurants, shops, and clubs.

Learn more about KBJR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ohxvt9jZbLg

Job Summary/Description:

The Account Executive position at KBJR is responsible for the selling of commercial advertising for the station's channels, web site, digital and all related products. This includes all functions necessary to complete the sale to the satisfaction of the client and in accordance with station policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
- Developing relationships and business contacts to promote our broadcast, digital, and marketing advertising opportunities.
- Work with an established client list, as well as develop relationships with new businesses.
- Present advertising opportunities to clients in marquee events such as NFL football, UMD sports, Olympics, etc.
- Create effective written presentations for submission to current and prospective advertisers.
- Maintain and continually grow your knowledge of effective marketing principals.
- Responsible for collection of advertising accounts.
- Enter commercial traffic orders into Wide Orbit.
- Monitor and report on the activity of competing media.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Highschool Diploma or equivalent required.
- Associates or bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of two-years proven media sales or business to business sales success.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must have exceptional time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Professionally represent and support station, both in policy and demeanor.
- Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
- Some Travel Required for corporate trainings.

Are you energetic, positive and goal-oriented? Please join our team, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxq63j-3-135-205-164-42 in your application.