Full Job Description
Job Summary/Description:
Are you a multi-talented individual in today's fast-paced media world of Linear and Digital super-knowledge? Do you know how to turn a "maybe" into a "yes?" We are looking for a Multi-Media Sales Manager at WBTV-TV who can lead our sales team to digital and new business success, while ensuring our multi-platform presence is the sharpest in the Charlotte market.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Drive Digital and Linear Dominance: Lead our sales team to new heights by creating and managing high-impact digital and linear sales initiatives that deliver real ROI for clients.
* Coach for Success: Recruit, train, and mentor our media executives on the latest digital products, turning every team member into a multi-platform expert.
* Bridge The Gap: Collaborate closely with our news, marketing, and digital content teams to ensure our station's digital platforms are accurate, engaging, and primed for growth.
* Craft The Pitch: Create compelling one-sheets, sponsorships, proposals, and sales packages that make it easy for our team to show clients exactly how they will help them.
* Master the Inventory: Support the Director of Sales in revenue oversight, inventory management, and forecasting, ensuring that we are always playing at the top of our game.
* Hunt for New Business: Lead by example in identifying and closing new business opportunities, setting the pace for the entire department.
Qualifications/Requirements:
* A Digital-first Mindset: You live and breathe digital trends and know how to translate "tech-speak" into business results.
* Natural Leadership: You don't just manage; you inspire. You have a proven track record of building rapport and trust with teams and clients almost instantly.
* A "Hunter" Mentality: You have a history of success in new business development and aren't afraid to go after the big fish.
* Strategic Organization: You're detailed, organized, and can juggle multiple initiatives without breaking a sweat.
* Immediate Impact: You are bringing a wealth of knowledge in the linear (broadcast) and digital space, and you understand the landscape. You are able to hit the ground running.
* Collaborative Spirit: You know that the best results come from working across all departments-from the newsroom to the boardroom.
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)
WBTV-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
