Business Development Representative

WXXV

Gulfport, MS

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Advertising, Background Investigation, Broadcasting, Business Development, Business-to-Business (B2B), Calendar Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Driver's License, Marketing, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Research & Development (R&D), Sales, Sales Management, Sales Pipeline, Sales Prospecting, Social Media, Team Player, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Gulfport, MS

POSTED

11 days ago

Business Development Representative – WXXV / ChartLocalWXXV and ChartLocal are seeking a motivated, outgoing Business Development Representative to help generate new business opportunities for our broadcast and digital sales team.This role focuses on identifying prospective advertisers, connecting with local business decision-makers, and scheduling discovery meetings for Account Executives. The ideal candidate is confident initiating conversations, persistent with follow-up, organized, and comfortable working independently.Responsibilities

Research and develop targeted lists of local business prospects
Identify businesses with the potential to invest in ongoing advertising and marketing
Contact prospective clients through phone calls, email, social media, and in-person visits
Connect with business owners, marketing leaders, and other decision-makers
Introduce WXXV and ChartLocal and secure discovery meetings for assigned Account Executives
Gather basic information about each prospect and provide a clear handoff before the meeting
Maintain accurate records of calls, visits, follow-ups, and scheduled meetings within a CRM
Manage daily prospecting activity and consistently follow up with potential clients
Participate in sales meetings, coaching sessions, and ongoing training
Represent WXXV and ChartLocal professionally throughout the local business community

Qualifications

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable making outbound calls and conducting in-person business visits
Self-motivated, persistent, organized, and able to work independently
Ability to build rapport with a wide variety of business professionals
Comfortable working toward defined activity and performance expectations
Positive attitude with a competitive, team-oriented mindset
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally

Preferred Experience

Previous experience in sales, business development, appointment setting, or another B2B role
Experience working with local businesses or small- and medium-sized business owners
Familiarity with CRM systems and sales pipeline management
Media, marketing, or advertising experience is a plus
Entry-level candidates with strong communication skills, confidence, and initiative are encouraged to apply

The Business Development Representative works closely with an assigned Account Executive and has the opportunity to earn commission based on revenue generated from the new business relationships they help create.WXXV and ChartLocal offer a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and helping local businesses succeed through strategic advertising solutions.We utilize DMV and criminal background checks as a condition of employment.If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your resume to

hr@wxxv25.com

, fax to 228-314-9223 or mail to:Human ResourcesWXXV-TVP.O. Box 2500Gulfport, MS 39505Please specify how you learned of this opening.NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.Employment at WXXV shall be based on merit, qualification, and competence. Employment practice shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or an employee’s race, age, sex, religion, color, national origin, or disability. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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WXXV

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