WLKY - Sales Account Associate

Job DescriptionWLKY TV, the CBS affiliate in Louisville, KY is looking for a Sales Account Associate. The entry level position is a sales training program geared toward developing candidates into Sales Account Executives. As a Sales Account Associate, your first priority is to learn all facets of local television sales while encouraging your natural sales abilities. All sales team members, led by the Local Sales Manager, will contribute to your training and ultimate success. You will report to the General Sales Manager.ResponsibilitiesTasks listed below are all a part of the training regimen for development to Account Executive:Assist the development of sales proposals, advertising packages, and client presentationsCreate supportive marketing materials for the sales departmentPrepare proposals based on account executive requestsCommunicate with our teams (including: sales, production, finance) and external clients on performance and delivery of campaignsEnter and maintain all orders including electronic transfer and maintenance of WOCentral orders to WideOrbitManage sales databaseRequirementsCan deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive projectsStrong verbal and written communication skills are necessaryExcellent social, intrapersonal, and presentation skillsMust be focused and organizedProficient in Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets)Must have an enterprising spirit with a goal of becoming a media sales account executive in 9-12 monthsRelated military experience will be consideredIn-person attendance is requiredValues in ActionAt Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.BenefitsHearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.Medical | Dental | Vision401(k) matchingEmotional Wellness SupportPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveLGBTQ+ Health ServicesAdditional benefits to meet your and your family's needsAbout UsHearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.