What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDIA EXECUTIVE (NEW LOCAL DIRECT) - WEEK-TV position at Gray Local Media, Inc?
About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
- Focus on Caring
Salary/Wage:
$40,000-$50,000/yr (for the first year with potential for Monthly/Yearly bonus based on goals met).
After the first year, the job will be 100% commission.
Shift and Schedule:
Mon. - Fri. (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Job Type:
Full-Time
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Job Summary/Description:
WEEK-TV is seeking a New Local Direct Media Executive. Are you an aggressive self-starter with excellent communication skills and a WINNING attitude? Are you looking for a competitive environment where you are working with the best of the best? We offer an extensive training program that will prepare and motivate you to your fullest potential. While prior sales experience is preferred, we are willing to train someone who is highly motivated and has a great work ethic.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
- Identify and develop new Digital/Television client relationships
- Contact local direct clients acting as a liaison between the station and the advertising community
- Make customer-focused sales presentations to all classifications of clients to obtain orders for advertising time
- Ensure clear understanding and interpretation of client needs, and recommend appropriate solutions to meet client needs
- Coordinate internally the actual purchase of advertising/digital time, placement of the schedule internally
- Develop short and long-range plans for revenue growth. Overachieve monthly/quarterly in new local direct digital and television revenue quotas
- Negotiate advertising rates, create oral & written presentations; coordinate commercial production with creative team
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Must be accomplished with the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Must also be willing to learn and master industry-dedicated computer software applications
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)
WEEK-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 Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000