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Account Executive

Tribune Company

Listed 6 Years ago
Expires 23-12-2017

Job Details Careers Center - Account ExecutivePlease Enable Cookies to ContinuePlease enable cookies in your browser to experience all the personalized features of this site, including the ability to apply for a job.Account ExecutiveJob ID 2017-45742Location US-CA-Los AngelesCategory SalesPosted Date 8/14/2017More information about this jobOverviewKTLA-TV is seeking an experienced and energetic Account Executive to sell multi-platform digital and traditional media for advertising. This position reports to the Digital and Local Sales Managers at KTLA. ResponsibilitiesBuilding and cultivating strong business relationships with dedicated digital and traditional ad agencies, and direct with new clients. Success is measured by advertising revenue growth and returning clients.Attaining the greatest share of available local advertising dollars for the station through the sale of commercial television spots, specials and sports at the highest attainable rates to advertising agencies and their clients.       Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with assigned/designated agencies and clients through frequent contact in person or by telephone and to promote the station and sell available air time. Prepare sales presentations to sell commercial airtime utilizing available in-house ratings research materials, knowledge of the agencies and their advertising needs, knowledge of the local marketplace competition and available station commercial time.Gain a deep working knowledge of Tribune digital products and audiences and how to effectively deploy them for our customer(s) benefitContributing to a positive culture of successProviding detailed and accurate sales forecasting on a weekly basisProactively managing sales activity, pipeline, and lead generation to levels that achieve budgeted goalsWork with Sales Managers, and News on co-branded station integrationsBuilding and maintaining a positive reputation within our industry, one based on service, integrity and growthQualificationsMinimum of 2-4 years buying/selling television/radio/digital advertising in a major market, Los Angeles preferred. Requires demonstrable knowledge of the local market, rating services, new business development, multimedia, available research tools and other means for creating non-traditional revenue i.e.(internet, digital, etc.). Requires analytical and technical skills to analyze the market, package, price and sell available air time. Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with negotiate and influence internal and external contacts. Requires the ability to analyze the market and effectively sell available airtime to meet established financial goals and market share. Demonstrate a high level of digital competency and aptitude in new digital media including mobile, programmatic, native advertising, social media advertising, audio/video and OTT services. Excellent oral and written communication, including the ability to present effectively in order to “close the deal”. Self-motivated, proactive individual capable of working collaboratively as a member of the sales team as well as independently. A curious and creative mind!Tribune Media Company (NYSE: TRCO) is home to a diverse portfolio of television and digital properties driven by quality news, entertainment and sports programming. Tribune Media is comprised of Tribune Broadcasting’s 42 owned or operated local television stations reaching more than 50 million households, national entertainment network WGN America, whose reach is approaching 80 million households, Tribune Studios, and a variety of digital applications and websites commanding 60 million monthly unique visitors online. Tribune Media also includes Chicago’s WGN-AM and the national multicast networks Antenna TV and THIS TV. Additionally, the Company owns and manages a significant number of real estate properties across the U.S. and holds a variety of investments, including a 31% interest in Television Food Network, G.P., which operates Food Network and Cooking Channel. For more information, please visit . Company InfoTribune Media Company (NYSE: TRCO) is home to a diverse portfolio of television and digital properties driven by quality news, entertainment, and sports programming. Tribune Media is comprised of Tribune Broadcasting's 42 owned or operated local television stations reaching more than 50 million households, national entertainment network WGN America, whose reach is approaching 80 million households, Tribune Studios, and a variety of digital applications and websites commanding 60 million monthly unique visitors online. Tribune Media also includes Chicago's WGN-AM and the national multicast networks Antenna TV and THIS TV. Additionally, the Company owns and manages a significant number of real estate properties across the U.S. and holds a variety of investments, including a 31% equity interest in TV Food Network and a 32% equity interest in CareerBuilder. For more information please visit http://www.tribunemedia.com.

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