Now Hiring - WDRB FOX 41 - Account Executive in Louisville, KY

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Company: WDRB Media Job Function: Sales Job Type: Full-Time Job Location (Short): KY-Louisville Requisition Id: 31585 Job Description WDRB Media is seeking an Account Executive with a proven track record of growing core business accounts, selling new business, and managing current relationships. The ideal candidate thrives in a team-oriented environment, has strong interpersonal skills, and a desire to succeed! The top priority at WDRB is our positive work culture. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who possesses a "good to great" philosophy, loves to WIN, and is looking for a career in Media Sales. Essential Job Duties: * Represent the station to its customers in a professional manner while exhibiting a positive attitude about the station and its employees at all times. * Negotiate broadcast television and digital buys with assigned advertisers and agency representatives. * Conduct customer needs analyses and propose marketing and advertising campaigns to meet those needs. * Prospect for and sell special projects to new customers as well as existing ones. * Build client relationships at both the agency and advertiser levels. * Draft and/or obtain statistical, narrative and/or other reports as requested. * Input client orders and work with the account manager to manage revisions, make goods, and other order-related responsibilities. * Monitor the competition and maintain awareness of assigned account activity at all times. Meet and exceed individual sales goals, in support of achieving station and market goals and initiatives. * Minimum Qualifications * A competitive nature and an unwillingness to settle or give up. * Thorough knowledge of Nielsen ratings use and methodology. * Energetic self-starter; Proven track record for selling new business. * Strong verbal and written communication skills including superior listening skills and the ability to make effective presentations both on one-on-one and in a group setting * Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a high-pressure and fast paced environment * Superior organizational and project management skills * Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strong business relationships Valid Driver's License and clean driving record required * Education and Experience * Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent training and experience * Minimum 4 years of successful sales and marketing experience Broadcast sales and digital experience preferred * Computer Skills * Excellent working knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel skills required; Word and PowerPoint proficiency preferred) * Knowledge of sales software preferred such as Efficio, WideOrbit, One Domain, Media Audit, and CMR Familiarity with Microsoft 365 TEAMS and other Microsoft applications * Why WDRB is the best place to work: * Low-cost family health benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision * Company paid Health Savings Account * 100% paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability * Incredible 6% employer 401K match * Competitive paid time off * Half-price YMCA membership * Opportunities for learning and growth * Collaborative Team with a strong values-based culture * Learn from industry-leading talent * _WDRB was voted a Best Place to Work in Kentucky 9 years in a row. _ WDRB is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).