WPHL-TV is looking for a Local Account Executive!

WPHL-TV (Philadelphia) / Nexstar Broadcasting Inc. (the largest locally owned media company in the United States) is looking for a local Account Executive in the #5 DMA in the country.  As a local Account Executive, you will help local businesses realize growth opportunities by introducing them to compelling targeted messaging through customized screen-based advertising solutions. Our cross-screen marketing approach includes digital platforms Weather.com, CTV/OTT, video, search, social, digital display as well as broadcast television including The CW, NASCAR, ACC Basketball/Football, Inside the NFL, WWE:NXT and much more. Account Executives have a flexible work environment at WPHL.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Ensuring all financial budget goals are met by using WPHL/Nexstar advertising products to prospect, develop, maintain and grow your account/revenue baseCultivating new relationships and strengthening current relationships with local direct clients while promoting station/company image and perceptionIdentifying needs of advertisers and preparing customized sales presentationsConsulting with sales management on opportunities and specific needs of clientsCurating new programs to maximize revenue from existing clients with a heavy focus on business developmentMaintaining a customer friendly attitude while being dedicated to company requirements and customer needsBeing a results-driven, customer focused, solution oriented, aggressive self-starter

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years selling experience, preferably in television and/or digitalProficient in computer applications such as Excel, Powerpoint, Word etc.Ability to multi-task & operate with a sense of urgencyExcellent communication skillsStrong organizational & presentation skills

Confidence to speak with decision makers