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Local Sales Assistant

WISN -TV CHANNEL 12

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Location
MILWAUKEE, WI
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Job overview

WISN-TV is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Local Sales Assistant to support its sales team with advertising contracts, campaign scheduling, sales materials, and performance reporting across broadcast and digital platforms. The role also includes coordinating with internal departments and clients, maintaining records, creating a bi-weekly newsletter, and providing backup support to Traffic and Digital Client teams. Previous related experience and media-platform experience are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

OrganizationAttention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementSales SupportMedia OperationsMarketingAdvertisingComputer ProficiencyMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft PowerPointWideOrbitMediaLineAnalytical SkillsCampaign Performance AnalysisPresentation SkillsProject ManagementDependability

Qualifications

Related Military Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: WISN-TV, the Hearst Television Inc. affiliate in Milwaukee, WI is looking for an organized, detail-oriented team player with exceptional written and verbal skills, and the ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. A positive attitude and professional demeanor are essential along with the flexibility to work in a rapidly changing environment. Individual will work closely with the sales team to ensure effective placement of sales activity. Specifically, you'll work with the sales force on processing advertising contracts, obtaining creative materials, generating support materials for sales team, and coordinating the scheduling and launch of advertising campaigns. This is a great opportunity in a growing organization for someone who can maintain a high level of accuracy and remain calm under pressure. This career opportunity is a great way to get your foot in the door at a highly respected TV station and begin a career with Hearst Television, an industry-leading television station group. Job Responsibilities: Process and maintain advertising contracts and orders with a high degree of accuracy. Coordinate the scheduling, launch, and execution of advertising campaigns across broadcast and digital platforms. Assist Account Executives and Sales Managers in developing customized sales proposals, advertising packages, and client presentations. Create compelling support materials and marketing collateral for the sales team. Track and monitor the progress of sales initiatives and special projects. Compile, analyze, and distribute digital campaign performance reports. Assist in developing digital recaps and client-facing presentations that demonstrate campaign results and ROI. Support sales leadership with performance reporting and presentation materials. Create and manage a bi-weekly sales department newsletter. Serve as backup support for the Traffic Department and Digital Client specialists as needed. Maintain organized records, files, and departmental documentation. Vacation Relief Duties as Assigned Communicate effectively with Sales, Traffic, Production, Finance, and Digital Operations teams. Deliver exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders and external clients. Requirements: Previous experience in sales support, media operations, marketing, advertising, or a related field preferred. Broadcast television, digital advertising, or media industry experience is a plus. Strong computer and software proficiency required. Previous experience in sales support, media operations, marketing, advertising, or a related field preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint applications. Experience with WideOrbit, MediaLine, or similar media platforms preferred. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present campaign performance data. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. Self-motivated and dependable in a fast-paced environment. Related military experience will be considered. Values in Action At 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 communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate and connected to the communities we serve. Benefits Hearst'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 | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTION : Apply Online: www.joinhearsttelevision.com

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