National Sales Account Manager

Job Description

Join the dynamic team at ION Media Networks in Washington, DC as a National Sales Account Executive specializing in multi-market and political advertising. In this role, you'll manage Scripps' growing multi-market/unwired business accounts using streamlined processes that allow for expedited negotiations and efficient delivery for both sellers and buyers.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Manage multi-market buys under established business rules with partner agencies
• Optimize campaigns in real-time to ensure all meet CPP/CPM goals
• Oversee automatic makegood processes within client guidelines
• Submit weekly performance reports to buyers to manage client expectations
• Execute FCC rules and regulations for political broadcast advertising
• Work strategically with buyers to grow station share as preferred partners
• Identify and develop national broadcast revenue through relationships with national/political agencies and advertisers
• Respond promptly to availability and rate requests while keeping clients informed of Scripps offerings and market trends
• Build strong, mutually valuable relationships with key national/political agencies and advertisers
• Track sales KPIs to exceed revenue and profit goals
• Collaborate with sales product leadership to implement revenue-generating products, data and services
• Work with programmatic partners' teams to ensure client satisfaction and platform growth
• Negotiate advertising rates and program ratings to maximize revenue share
• Create and present compelling marketing proposals using qualitative and quantitative research
• Provide comprehensive client services including avail presentations, account reconciliation, package preparation, and collections
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• 3+ years of experience in television sales or related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Established relationships with national advertisers and their agencies
• Strong understanding of television and national advertising trends
• Expert knowledge of television sales and marketing fundamentals
• Ability to effectively manage all aspects of the sales pipeline
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Excellent leadership capabilities
• Superior interpersonal communication skills
• Highly organized work style
• Excellent analytical abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Political sales expertise (desired)
• Driving required. Valid Driver's License, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits
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