What are the responsibilities and job description for the SALES ASSISTANT - WIFR position at Gray Local Media, Inc?
About Gray Media:
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's 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:
$18.00/hr.
Shift and Schedule:
Mon. - Fri. (8:30 am - 5:00 pm)
Job Type:
Full-Time
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Job Summary/Description:
WIFR Channel 23 in Rockford, IL, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sales Assistant to join our dynamic sales team. In this role, you will provide essential support to our sales representatives and management, helping to drive business growth and maintain strong customer relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to launch or advance a career in sales.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Administrative Support: Prepare sales presentations and organize sales materials for the team
- Customer Communication: Respond to customer inquiries, provide product information, and follow up on leads
- Sales Support: Process orders, prepare quotes, and assist with sales documentation
- Database Management: Update and maintain customer databases and CRM systems
- Reporting: Compile sales data, create reports, and track key performance metrics
- Customer Service: Address customer concerns and ensure positive client experiences
- Any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- College Degree preferred, but not required.
- Customer service experience (1-2 years preferred)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Customer-focused mindset with a positive attitude
- Basic math skills and attention to detail
- Sales or sales support experience
- Knowledge of our industry or products
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)
WIFR-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.
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