MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WANF

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WANF:

Atlanta News First has served Atlanta communities for more than 50 years with local news, weather, sports, and entertainment. WANF (Independent), WPCH (CW), and PSN (Peachtree Sports Network) are owned by Gray Television, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Would you like to work in the #6 market in a city with a thriving economy and a vibrant culture? WANF and WPCH provide the community with award-winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Come to Atlanta for the opportunity. The energy. The chance to dream where there's space to contribute. Where creatives, universities, entrepreneurs, and the world's biggest brands intersect. Atlanta has a unique culture all its own with a young population, a bustling city center packed with urban parks and amenities, and famously walkable neighborhoods.

Job Summary/Description:

WANF/Gray Digital Media Atlanta is seeking a highly motivated, competitive, and goal-driven Media Executive. We’re looking for someone skilled at developing, presenting, and implementing comprehensive multimedia marketing solutions for executives and business owners. The ideal candidate will build strong client relationships and adapt to new technologies and offerings across our marketing portfolio.

As a Media Executive, you’ll drive business development by leveraging marketing opportunities with Atlanta News First (WANF), Gray Digital Media Atlanta, and our sports partners, including the Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Braves, and Atlanta Dream.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and strengthen client relationships
• Explore and present multi-screen marketing opportunities
• Maintain excellent communication, persuasion, and presentation skills
• Provide concise updates on negotiations and forecasts
• Adapt to new technology and product offerings within our marketing portfolio

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be able to work under daily deadline pressure with attention to detail
• Ability to be self-motivated and work as part of a team. Must have strong organizational skills
• It is essential to be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and clients
• A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and 2 years of sales experience is preferred

WANF-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Drivers License

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