Account Executive, Sales

CentralIllinoisproud Com Nexstar Broadcasting Inc

Shreveport, LA, United States
Onsite
Broadcast and digital advertising revenue
Prospecting and lead development
In-person sales calls
The Sales Account Executive generates broadcast and digital advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, developing new prospects and bringing solutions to local businesses with Nexstar's full suite of advertising options

Job Summary

  • The Sales Account Executive generates broadcast and digital advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, developing new prospects and bringing solutions to local businesses with Nexstar's full suite of advertising options.
  • Prospect, qualify, develop, close, and grow new broadcast and digital advertising business, identifying and prospecting new clients while maintaining a healthy pipeline of potential leads.
  • The role requires conducting in-depth needs analysis, developing and presenting customized advertising solutions, and playing a pivotal role in facilitating the creation of client’s ads with the production team.

Matching Summary

The Sales Account Executive generates broadcast and digital advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, developing new prospects and bringing solutions to local businesses with Nexstar's full suite of advertising options.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Broadcast and digital advertising revenue
  • Prospecting and lead development
  • In-person sales calls
  • Customized advertising solutions
  • Order entry and collections
  • MS Office proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Goal-oriented and self-motivated
  • Strong team player
  • Detail-oriented problem solver
  • Independent judgment required
  • Ability to multi-task

Key Requirements

  • Minimum one year business-to-business sales experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Proven track record meeting sales targets

Work Rights

Not specified

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