Account Executive

Job Description

Market Leader WNEP-TV – TEGNA has an immediate opening for an Account Executive. We are seeking a creative, solution-based seller who can showcase his or her expertise by building relationships and providing businesses with multimedia solutions that connect our advertiser's goals to our unbeatable opportunities. If you are a motivated self-starter who wants to work in a fun, fast- paced growing company and create your own success, apply today.

Responsibilities:
• This position focuses on gaining new business (TV and digital) through face-to-face sales calls, appointment setting and cold calls with customers and/or potential customers.
• This individual will develop and present multimedia solutions designed to assist local business growth.
• Possess a client-centric mind set and an understanding of solution-based selling.
• This individual will strategize with team members to plan and execute marketing plans for new and existing customers.
• This individual will demonstrate the highest level of customer service with all clients to help ensure a healthy retention rate.
• Maintain customer satisfaction and accountability through a consultative approach
• Excellent written, oral and presentation skills are required. Individual must also have strong computer skills. Knowledge of Nielsen, Wide Orbit, Matrix, and qualitative research is a plus.
• Follow up on credit applications, billing discrepancies and accounts receivable.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines is a must.
• Must achieve all requirements with the highest integrity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Requirements:
• Minimum 3 years direct TV and/or digital sales experience is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent related experience preferred.
• Bilingual a plus but not required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience in using qualitative research and/or other marketing research toolsExperience in WideOrbit preferred
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
• A valid driver's license with an excellent driving record, as well as reliable transportation and proof of insurance

Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment

Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 US markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit

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