Account Executive

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven media sales account executive to join our team here at KPNX-TV, the NBC affiliate in Phoenix, AZ. This role is responsible for driving revenue growth through the sale of digital and television media solutions, including streaming and broadcast television, digital advertising, and content partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in digital sales, business development with a deep understanding of media and marketing trends, and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. This role requires a strategic approach to identifying opportunities, pitching solutions, and delivering measurable results for clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales & Revenue Generation: Drive sales by identifying and securing new business opportunities across multiple digital channels, including streaming, online video and display, and content marketing solutions.
• Client Relationship Management: Develop and nurture long-term relationships with clients, ensuring their marketing needs are met and identifying areas for upselling and cross-selling additional services.
• Consultative Selling: Provide consultative solutions to clients by understanding their business goals, analyzing market trends, and recommending tailored marketing strategies that drive results.
• Market Research & Lead Generation: Research industry trends and competitor offerings to develop a robust pipeline of prospective clients and stay ahead of market shifts.
• Proposal Development & Pitching: Craft compelling sales presentations and proposals that showcase the value of our media offerings, using data and insights to communicate potential ROI.
• Campaign Management & Optimization: Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful campaign execution, monitoring performance, and optimizing for maximum effectiveness and client satisfaction.
• Reporting & Analytics: Regularly review and report on sales targets, campaign performance, and key metrics to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the account management, and product teams to align on campaign strategies, creative assets, and ad placements that meet clients needs.
• Performance Management: Strategically use CRM and prospecting tools to manage and achieve quotas as it pertains to activity metrics and revenue goals.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in sales, media advertising, or a related industry.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a competitive environment.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels and industry trends, including programmatic, streaming media, display, video, social, and content marketing.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to interpret data and analytics to provide actionable insights.
• Self-motivated, with a passion for sales and digital media.
• Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with ad management tools a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in cold calling and business development.
• Experience in working with business owners and/or agency clients.
• Knowledge of streaming and digital media.
• Familiarity with tools like Google Analytics, DSPs, and SSPs.

Why Join Us? We offer a collaborative, high-energy environment where your contributions make an immediate impact. Join a forward-thinking team and drive the future of media sales with access to cutting-edge tools and resources.

Job Type: Full-Time Location: Phoenix, AZ Salary: Competitive base + commission #LI-MS1