Sales Associate

The Advertising Sales Associate position is the gateway into a media sales career. The Sales Associate role is critical to successful client relationship management. Sales Associates are responsible for maintaining all aspects of account management and providing timely and accurate information tothe sales team and to their roster of clients. This role reports to the Vice President of Ad Sales and is based in New York, NY. We practice a hybrid work model, currently in-office twice a week or as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Daily servicing of advertising client schedules across multiple platforms (TV, Digital, VOD, etc.) responsible for: booking commercial schedules, creating flowcharts, allocating products, change notices, etc.
• Manage advertisers' sponsorships to ensure that all marketing elements are properly booked.
• Develop strong understanding of our products and solutions for advertisers.
• Serve as the first line of contact with internal and external entities to ensure proper maintenance of advertiser schedules.
• Support and enhance agency relationships by monitoring requests and ensuring commercials spots are booked according to guidelines.
• Resolve billing discrepancies to ensure timely payment.
• Maintain close contact with company's clients, advertising agency partners, as well as internal teams (traffic, marketing, research, etc.)
• Participate in projects, preparation of sales materials, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist Sales Planning as needed.

• Bachelor's degree
• Must be proficient is Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Superior communications skills: phone, verbal and written
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must have strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt and meet deadlines
• Must be flexible and willing to work overtime
• Client Service or Account Management experience a plus