MEDIA EXECUTIVE - KPTV

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.

About KPTV:

KPTV is a Fox-affiliated television station licensed in Portland, Oregon. Owned by Atlanta-based Gray Television, it is part of a duopoly with Vancouver, Washington-licensed MyNetworkTV affiliate KPDX.

Job Summary/Description:

Are you passionate about driving business growth in the digital landscape? We’re looking for proactive sales professionals who understand and believe in the advertising power of digital-first and broadcast marketing solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for cultivating new business relationships, exceeding revenue targets, and delivering innovative marketing solutions tailored to our clients' needs. At KPTV, we're committed to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact in the digital advertising space, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic sales team and be part of our exciting journey towards digital success!

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

- Identify and engage with prospective clients to offer multimedia advertising solutions.
- Consistently achieve and surpass revenue goals through strategic sales approaches.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment by meeting tight deadlines and delivering exceptional results.
- Provide unparalleled sales and service support to both new and existing advertisers.
- Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams, including production and traffic departments, to ensure the seamless execution of client campaigns.
- Utilize a range of software tools, including WideOrbit, Matrix, PowerPoint, Excel, etc., to streamline sales processes and enhance client interactions.
- Position could be hybrid – initially will require full-time, in-office attendance to facilitate training and integration with the team. Review of performance and business needs will be evaluated after six months of employment.
- Other duties as assigned by Sales Managers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- College graduate.
- 2-3 years of proven experience in media sales, with a strong preference for candidates with a digital sales background.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and negotiate effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive under pressure and deliver polished presentations to diverse audiences.
- A strategic mindset coupled with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Highly competitive nature with a drive to succeed in a fast-paced sales environment.
- Valid Driver’s License and clearance of Motor Vehicle Report required.

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)

KPTV-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.