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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 KVVU:
KVVU, FOX5, is the #1 station in Las Vegas, and the local leader in news coverage on air and online. We are "Local. Las Vegas." Committed to informing and serving the greater Las Vegas market, FOX5 KVVU delivers 16 hours of LIVE local content every weekday. We are consistently recognized for serving our communities through initiatives like the FOX5 Surprise Squad, Super Build Home & Playground, and Take 5 To Care. FOX5 is the Official Broadcast Home of the Las Vegas Raiders. In addition, our very own Silver State Sports & Entertainment Network (SSSEN) has quickly become the place for fans of local sports in Southern Nevada, with partnerships including the WNBA Champion Las Vegas Aces, UNLV Athletics, Las Vegas Aviators (AAA Baseball), LV Lights FC, IFL Vegas Knight Hawks, and many more.
Job Summary/Description:
Are you a self-starter who thrives on meeting NEW BUSINESSes, establishing rapport, and providing creative solutions to help those businesses grow? If so, then our New Business Development Specialist role might be the perfect fit. FOX5 and Gray Digital Media will provide the right candidate all the necessary tools to succeed in the fast-paced, dynamic and ever-evolving world of Multi-Media Advertising Sales.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Identify, prospect, and close new advertisers for FOX5 and SSSEN, both on-air and online
- Stay current on all station programming and product offerings, and have working knowledge of the competition
- Conduct needs analysis appointments with NEW BUSINESS prospects
- Develop and present smart, creative solutions to new advertisers who do not currently do business with FOX5 and SSSEN, or utilize any of our Digital offerings
- Provide detailed prospecting records and communicate regularly with supervisor (LSM) regarding NEW BUSINESS pipeline, needs analysis and proposal meetings, and potential closes
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Self-motivated, high-energy salesperson
- Excellent organizational, verbal, and writing skills
- Capable of handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products
- Willingness to learn, adapt and grow
Interested applicants can go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your cover letter, resume, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KVVU-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television 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 Television 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, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
