Join our dynamic sales team at KWES-TV in Odessa/Midland! We are seeking an enthusiastic Account Executive with a passion for both television and digital advertising. As part of the Tegna family, which boasts 64 broadcast TV stations nationwide, KWES-TV offers an exciting opportunity to work with market-leading media platforms.

In this role, you will play a pivotal role in driving new business revenue across our television and digital channels, including KWES-TV and our online platforms such as NewsWest9.com, Audience Marketplace, and Premion OTT. We are seeking a performance-driven individual who can effectively communicate the value of advertising to agencies and simplify marketing strategies for local businesses. Your ability to independently cultivate new opportunities and collaborate with our team to craft tailored advertising solutions will be essential to your success.

Responsibilities:

• A creative and solutions-oriented seller capable of developing impactful ideas that deliver results for our clients through our multi-platform products.
• A proactive learner eager to familiarize themselves with our comprehensive advertising product suite.
• A tenacious business developer driven to uncover every possible opportunity.
• A confident closer who can confidently ask for the order and secure deals with customers.
• A detail-oriented multitasker able to manage various responsibilities effectively.

Requirements:

• 2 years of experience in broadcast television sales or media sales preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with qualitative research and/or other marketing research tools preferred.
• Familiarity with WideOrbit and Matrix is advantageous.

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