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Form of workAbout Gray Television:
Gray Television 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 WTOK:
WTOK-TV is a trusted ABC network station with a history of serving the communities of eastern Mississippi and Western Alabama with top rated news, weather, and sports. We also offer syndicated programming on the CW and myTOK networks. We take pride in serving our viewers, our community, and our advertisers for 70 years. Our mission is to be engaged with the community and promote civic and economic development with a focus on improving the lives of our viewers. We use cutting edge technology to provide accurate and timely news information on television and digital platforms.
Job Summary/Description:
If you’re a successful LSM or DSM and ready to move to the next level, this is a fantastic opportunity to earn your GSM stripe. The ideal candidate should be results-driven with a history of achieving sales budgets on broadcast and digital platforms. We are focused on growing our local TV and digital revenue. You should have a strong business-focused mindset, great time management, and organizational skills that lead to good business decisions and problems.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Responsible for sales and creating a high-performance and successful sales team
- Understand the Meridian market to create dynamic broadcast and digital sales initiatives
- Manage and price inventory, forecast revenue, and create sales reports
- Strong communication skills with good follow-through and work ethic
- Build relationships with clients and ad agencies
- Accompany team on sales calls
- Train and motivate both youthful and veteran staff
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Organized with acute attention to detail and follow-through
- Strong computer skills, with experience with Wide Orbit and Matrix, and Microsoft Office products preferred
- Time management
- Acute negotiation and closing skills
- College Degree preferred
- Must meet the Gray Television driving requirements and have a valid driver's license
Gray Television 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 Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
