Hearst Communications, Inc.
Sales Account Associate
Hearst Communications, Inc., Salinas, California, United States, 93911
Sales Account Associate (Entry level)
KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, in Salinas, CA., is looking for a
Sales Account Associate . The entry level position is a sales training program geared toward developing candidates into Sales Account Executives. As a Sales Account Associate, your first priority is to learn all facets of local television sales while encouraging your natural sales abilities. All sales team members, led by the Local Sales Manager, will contribute to your training and ultimate success. You will report to the General Sales Manager.
Training
Comprehensive 9-12-month training, with ongoing career development and opportunities through KSBW
Learn industry-leading communication and sales techniques
Train with top sales producers
Learn software skills such as WideOrbit Traffic and Media Sales, Media Monitors, Matrix, and other sales platforms
Learn and work with Nielsen research data
Roleplay and practice presentations regularly
Responsibilities
Assist the development of sales proposals, advertising packages, and client presentations
Create supportive marketing materials for the sales department
Prepare proposals based on account executive requests
Communicate with our teams (including: sales, production, finance) and external clients on performance and delivery of campaigns
Enter and maintain all orders including electronic transfer and maintenance of WOCentral orders to WideOrbit
Manage sales database
Requirements
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive projects
Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary
Excellent social, intrapersonal, and presentation skills
Must be focused and organized
Proficient in Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets)
Must have an enterprising spirit with a goal of becoming a media sales account executive in 9-12 months
Related military experience will be considered
Bilingual is a plus
In-person attendance is required for all sales meetings, including sales consultant, sales research, and any sales vendor meetings
Benefits
Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
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KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, in Salinas, CA., is looking for a
Sales Account Associate . The entry level position is a sales training program geared toward developing candidates into Sales Account Executives. As a Sales Account Associate, your first priority is to learn all facets of local television sales while encouraging your natural sales abilities. All sales team members, led by the Local Sales Manager, will contribute to your training and ultimate success. You will report to the General Sales Manager.
Training
Comprehensive 9-12-month training, with ongoing career development and opportunities through KSBW
Learn industry-leading communication and sales techniques
Train with top sales producers
Learn software skills such as WideOrbit Traffic and Media Sales, Media Monitors, Matrix, and other sales platforms
Learn and work with Nielsen research data
Roleplay and practice presentations regularly
Responsibilities
Assist the development of sales proposals, advertising packages, and client presentations
Create supportive marketing materials for the sales department
Prepare proposals based on account executive requests
Communicate with our teams (including: sales, production, finance) and external clients on performance and delivery of campaigns
Enter and maintain all orders including electronic transfer and maintenance of WOCentral orders to WideOrbit
Manage sales database
Requirements
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive projects
Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary
Excellent social, intrapersonal, and presentation skills
Must be focused and organized
Proficient in Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets)
Must have an enterprising spirit with a goal of becoming a media sales account executive in 9-12 months
Related military experience will be considered
Bilingual is a plus
In-person attendance is required for all sales meetings, including sales consultant, sales research, and any sales vendor meetings
Benefits
Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
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