Media Account Manager

Job Description

About WTAP:

WTAP is THE main voice in the Mid-Ohio Valley. We may be among the smallest TV stations in America, but we are also one of the most dynamic. With state-of-the-art technology, a terrific on-air look, and a dynamic digital presence. You'll be proud of the work you'll do here. You'll get to explore whatever you want to do in the communications field, whether it's on-camera, behind-the-scenes, or in sales. WTAP is involved in the communities we cover. From covering high school sports, to participating in local events, to helping small businesses grow and thrive through commercials and mobile products, WTAP does it all. And we do it all – together. The Mid-Ohio Valley includes the communities of Parkersburg, WV and Marietta, OH and the 50-mile area surrounding them. It's the kind of place where you can walk down the street and say ''hi'' to people and they'll say ''hi'' right back at you! It's the kind of place where local news-people become like family to the viewers and on-line readers.

Job Summary/Description:

WTAP is currently searching for a Media Account Manager to work with local businesses and help them grow through advertising on our broadcast networks (NBC, CBS, FOX and MeTV) and full suite of digital marketing products.

The Media Account Manager will be responsible for building relationships with local businesses, diagnosing their needs and developing marketing solutions using broadcast and digital tools. This position will also include lead generation, customer needs analysis, creation of proposals and presentation of solutions.
*** Please note, primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above ***

Qualifications/Requirements:
• The successful candidate will be good at networking and comfortable speaking to people they've never met. While training will be provided on our software systems, candidates should already be comfortable working with computers. Familiarity with different types of marketing is preferred.

Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', we encourage you to upload your resume and cover letter

WTAP-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9j59z-18-119-111-9-42 in your application.