Texas Association of Broadcasters
Director of Sales - KSWO
Texas Association of Broadcasters, Wichita Falls, Texas, United States, 76309
Category: Media - Journalism - NewspaperPosition/Title:
DIRECTOR OF SALES - KSWODetails:About Gray Media:
Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.About KSWO:KSWO is a heritage ABC affiliate in the Wichita Falls/Lawton DMA celebrating over 70 years of serving our community. KSWO is counted on to provide outstanding news, weather, and entertainment to our communities in 17 Oklahoma and Texas counties.Job Summary/Description:We are looking for an experienced Sales Manager to lead our successful sales department as a General Sales Manager. We are looking for an in-the-trenches and on-the-street leader to work directly with the sales team to impact business. The person we hire will be responsible for working with the sales management team and account executives to meet their client's goals as well as our internal goals. This person will oversee sales for KSWO (ABC), NSWO (MeTV), and KKTM (Telemundo), as well as KSWO Digital Media.Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Responsible for sales and creating a high-performance and successful sales teamManage and price inventory, forecast revenue, and create sales reportsStrong communication skills with good follow-through and work ethicCoach and develop current Account Executives and recruit new Account ExecutivesBuild relationships with clients and ad agenciesAccompany team on sales callsResponsible for hitting yearly sales budgetsWork across departments to meet the goals of the clients and companyQualifications/Requirements:2+ years of sales management experienceOrganized with acute attention to detail and follow-throughStrong computer skills, with experience with Wide Orbit, Matrix, and Microsoft Office products preferredExcellent time managementSkilled at presenting, negotiating, closing deals, and building long-term relationshipsCollege Degree preferredMust meet the Gray Media driving requirements and have a valid driver's licenseIf you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references.(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)KSWO-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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.Vacancy Type: Full TimeDate Posted: 7/23/2024Closing Date: 10/21/2024City: Lawton - 73505State: OklahomaContact:If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references.Apply Online URL: https://gray.tv/careers#J-18808-Ljbffr
DIRECTOR OF SALES - KSWODetails:About Gray Media:
Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.About KSWO:KSWO is a heritage ABC affiliate in the Wichita Falls/Lawton DMA celebrating over 70 years of serving our community. KSWO is counted on to provide outstanding news, weather, and entertainment to our communities in 17 Oklahoma and Texas counties.Job Summary/Description:We are looking for an experienced Sales Manager to lead our successful sales department as a General Sales Manager. We are looking for an in-the-trenches and on-the-street leader to work directly with the sales team to impact business. The person we hire will be responsible for working with the sales management team and account executives to meet their client's goals as well as our internal goals. This person will oversee sales for KSWO (ABC), NSWO (MeTV), and KKTM (Telemundo), as well as KSWO Digital Media.Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Responsible for sales and creating a high-performance and successful sales teamManage and price inventory, forecast revenue, and create sales reportsStrong communication skills with good follow-through and work ethicCoach and develop current Account Executives and recruit new Account ExecutivesBuild relationships with clients and ad agenciesAccompany team on sales callsResponsible for hitting yearly sales budgetsWork across departments to meet the goals of the clients and companyQualifications/Requirements:2+ years of sales management experienceOrganized with acute attention to detail and follow-throughStrong computer skills, with experience with Wide Orbit, Matrix, and Microsoft Office products preferredExcellent time managementSkilled at presenting, negotiating, closing deals, and building long-term relationshipsCollege Degree preferredMust meet the Gray Media driving requirements and have a valid driver's licenseIf you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references.(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)KSWO-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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.Vacancy Type: Full TimeDate Posted: 7/23/2024Closing Date: 10/21/2024City: Lawton - 73505State: OklahomaContact:If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references.Apply Online URL: https://gray.tv/careers#J-18808-Ljbffr