About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About KCTV5/KSMO:
KCTV5 is the CBS affiliate, serving the Kansas City metropolitan area. Gray Digital Media is a full-service Digital Marketing arm. Plus, there’s something unique — because people here love this station and love this city! It’s an energy and excitement that is fun and rejuvenating.
Job Summary/Description:
We are seeking a solutions-oriented professional with a strong digital sales background to join our dynamic sales team. The Digital Sales Executive is responsible for the development, retention, and growth of digital revenue. The Digital Sales Executive will design and sell digital marketing solutions for businesses using the latest advertising products available across the KCTV5 digital platform and Gray Digital Media digital platforms (Programmatic, OTT, Email, Social, SEM, SEO).
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Consult with business owners, marketing and advertising executives, directors, and managers to develop and implement an effective digital marketing strategy for their business
- Meet or exceed sales expectations, goals, and budgets, and manage your own book of digital sales revenue for retention and growth
- Learn and master KCTV5 digital advertising products and tools (we are always innovating and growing), along with Gray Digital Media’s suite of digital services
- Develop, retain, and grow client relationships in Kansas City and throughout the country
- Manage your digital book of business using client management tools and software. Design, write, and present marketing proposals and PowerPoint presentations
- Communicate and collaborate effectively across all KCTV5/Gray Digital Media departments and support staff
Qualifications/Requirements:
· 2 or more years in digital media sales with evidence of prior success or working with digital agency working with clients
· Demonstrates intellect, drive, executive presence, and sales acumen
· The ability to prospect and network with business decision-makers within small, medium, and large organizations
· Proven experience building excellent client relationships
· Strong proficiency in computer skills
· Excellent written and oral presentation skills
Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal) KCTV-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company Additional Info: Gray Television 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 Television 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, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Gray Television 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.Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before or by the first workday.