Account Executive

Job Description

Account Executive (Telemundo McAllen)

Responsibilities

The Account Executive will be responsible for:
• Generating revenue to the station and its web/digital product from both traditional and non-traditional prospects in the Rio Grande Valley market.
• Prospecting new business from non-traditional sources such as newspaper, direct mail, radio and coop vendor programs
• Creating customized solutions that will satisfy client's marketing needs and generate revenue for the station
• Participating in the station events
• Handling all aspects of local accounts
• Maintaining and growing local existing accounts
• Developing new business

Qualifications/Requirements
• Minimum 2 years of experience in business development
• Minimum 2 years of experience in direct sales
• Minimum 2 years of experience in designing creative solutions to meet client's needs
• Minimum 2 years of experience in creating and facilitating sales pitches that articulate a custom solution to client needs and station benefits
• External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com
• Must be 18 years or greater
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work in McAllen, Texas and the Rio Grande Valley
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and flexible schedule
• Excellent driving record and active driver's license

Desired Characteristics
• Minimum 2 years of experience in broadcast media sales
• Qualified candidates should have self-motivation, resourcefulness, and creativity
• Working knowledge of broadcast ratings and research preferred
• Ability to handle deadline pressure
• Should be a team player, willing to share knowledge and affect team growth
• Strong platform skills and very solid selling skills.
• Internet experience and knowledge of its workings preferred

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g399qq-3-19-29-89-42 in your application.