Local Sales Account Executive

Local Sales Account ExecutiveWMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a Local Sales Account Executive who is up to the challenge of selling multiple platforms media campaigns. This person should thrive in a goal-oriented team environment and have strong interpersonal skills. The Account Executive is responsible for selling advertising to local businesses and ad agencies. This position will be responsible for generating new business. If you are motivated by an excellent product, great compensation, and working with a talented team of professionals, look no further. The Account Executive position is based at the WMUR Studios in Manchester, NH and reports to the Local Sales Manager.Responsibilities:Generate revenue across all available platformsProspect, contact and present to new businesses to generate new advertising revenueManage inventory and protect station rate structure.Develop new revenue through local business developmentForm strategic business and market partnershipsManage an active account and client listRegularly meet with local and digital sales managers to ensure progression and success with stated goals.Act as negotiator for assigned accounts; ensure sales proposals are consistent with station strategies.Create and deliver sales presentations to multiple points of contact with client/agency personnel.Requirements:Experience in media salesSolid negotiation skillsMust have a proven track record in web/mobile sales and in the cultivation and development of new business/ non-traditional business.Experience in a consultative customer focused business atmosphereMilitary training and experience will be considered in lieu of TV/Radio sales experienceAbility to multi-task within a fast-paced environmentAccountability within a goal-structured organizationNeeds a positive, results-oriented attitude and must be a team playerProven track record of successfully selling to business owners and CEO's (military experience will be considered)Must be able to use qualitative research effectively to further sales effortStrong formal and interpersonal communication skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Proficiency with Wide Orbit and other industry specific systems a plus.Values in ActionAt Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communications, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.BenefitsHearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.Medical | Dental | Vision401(k) matchingEmotional Wellness SupportPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveLGBTQ+ Health ServicesAdditional benefits to meet your and your family's needsAbout UsHearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.