MEDIA EXECUTIVE

WBNG is the CBS affiliate in Binghamton, NY, also carrying the subchannels of The CW, MeTV, Court TV, Grit, and Outlaw. For over 75 years, WBNG has been a pioneer for new technology and at the pinnacle of breaking news coverage. Job Summary/Description: WBNG-TV, the CBS affiliate in Binghamton, NY, has an opening for an energetic, self-motivated Media Executive in our sales department. If youre looking for an opportunity that allows you to control your own income, rewards hard work, and you have the desire to work for the #1 media company in Binghamton, NY, then this is the position for you! WBNG offers one of the best training programs in the community to help you become productive right from the start. If you have the ability to set appointments with local business owners, well show you how to succeed with this career. Media Executives work directly with local businesses to achieve marketing goals and are responsible for selling television commercial airtime and a suite of digital products to new and existing accounts through our multi-media outlets, WBNG (CBS), Binghamtons CW, MeTV and wbng.com. Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develop television and digital advertising plans that grow local business Build a rapport with clientele, provide excellent and timely customer service Develop, maintain, and prospect new business from traditional and non-traditional advertisers located in the Binghamton market Negotiate advertising rates within guidelines set by the sales management team Perform client services, including but not limited to, avail presentations, package preparation, copywriting, credit applications, collections Perform other duties as needed or as directed by sales management Qualifications/Requirements: Good communication skills, both written and verbal, solid computer skills Reliable transportation, a good driving record, and a valid driver's license. Outside sales experience is a plus. If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people, 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) WBNG-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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.