MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WBNG

Job Type: Full-Time About WBNG: 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 in 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 you’re 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, we’ll show you how to succeed in 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 multimedia outlets, WBNG (CBS), Binghamton’s 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: Requirements of the position include 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. 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 Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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