What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Executive position at CBS News and Stations?
CBS Pittsburgh is seeking a highly motivated and driven Account Executive to join our team, based in the Pittsburgh, PA area. Our diverse portfolio includes KDKA, KDKA , CBS News Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Steelers, Paramount , Pluto TV, and providing clients with unparalleled reach and precision targeting. As a team, we offer all the essential resources to tackle any marketing challenge, and we are in search of a candidate who shares our passion for multi-platform media and winning.
We are seeking an individual who can craft and sell custom marketing campaigns to both direct clients and advertising agencies. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, creative, and possesses excellent organizational skills. They should also be upbeat, passionate about new business opportunities, and have strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:
Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
We are seeking an individual who can craft and sell custom marketing campaigns to both direct clients and advertising agencies. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, creative, and possesses excellent organizational skills. They should also be upbeat, passionate about new business opportunities, and have strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:
- Develop and implement strategies for selling high-profile properties such as NFL Football, The Superbowl, March Madness, NCAA Football, The Masters, PGA Golf, The Grammy's, and multiple local events and initiatives
- Achieve monthly and quarterly revenue goals
- Build, develop, and maintain strong working relationships with clients
- Increase shares of existing agency business by leveraging Paramount's multi-platform assets
- Explore innovative and non-traditional avenues to generate revenue
- Identify and cultivate new business accounts
- Build customized, client-focused solutions that demonstrate the value of Paramount
- Promote and sell Paramount's streaming TV solutions, and understand how they complement broadcast TV
- Collaborate with internal team members, ensuring customer satisfaction and efficient performance
- Handle all paperwork in a timely manner
- Other duties as assigned
- At least 3 years of experience in sales and marketing
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Proven track record of developing and selling broadcast and digital solutions
- Strong marketing skill
- Proficiency in Salesforce and Wide Orbit, as well as PowerPoint and Excel
- Excellent presentation and negotiation skills
- Possession of a valid driver's license
- Prior experience in selling streaming platforms
- Willingness to work in Pittsburgh, PA, and surrounding areas, with an onsite work arrangement
Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.