About 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 WHSV:

Celebrating our 70th year on-air this year, WHSV is the trusted and dominate television and digital media station in the Shenandoah Valley! We are a dynamic station and recent winner of the Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters 'Outstanding News Operation of the Year' (April 2023). We have state-of-the-art technology including a brand new (November 2022) broadcast studio. You'll be proud of the work and positive impact you can make here. WHSV is involved in the communities we serve.

Job Summary/Description:

WHSV, a Gray Television station in Harrisonburg, Virginia has an immediate opening for a Sales Assistant to handle a variety of administrative duties in support of the sales team. The right candidate will be a quick learner who is highly organized and an excellent communicator. The ability to meet timely deadlines will be critical.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

- Assist General Sales Manager, Digital Sales Manager, and National Sales Manager in order entry and maintenance
- Pull and provide detailed reports for management as well as sales staff and clients
- Daily management of inventory changes/program changes
- Assist as needed during political season, including uploading information to FCC website
- Support local sales team as needed
- Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications/Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent, college or technical degree preferred
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office – especially Excel and Word
- Strong phone and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Desire to provide outstanding customer service

If you feel you’re 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)

WHSV-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, 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 or by the first workday.