Department: KPTV Sales
Reports To: General Sales Manager/Internet Sales Supervisor
Group/Location: KPTV FOX-12/Portland, OR
Position Summary:
Generate revenue through sales of Internet advertising, sponsorships, promotions, and marketing initiatives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
– Generate revenue for kptv.com/kpdx.com.
– Aggressively develop, conduct face-to-face calls with, and close a minimum amount of new business accounts according to predetermined budgets.
– Position will require the ability to adapt to changing technology and to develop/sell revenue generating programs through emerging content vehicles.
Minimum Qualifications — All must be met to be considered.
Four-year college degree in New Media, Marketing, Business, Broadcasting or related field — or equivalent sales experience. Prior sales experience necessary, electronic media advertising sales preferred. Intimate knowledge of the internet. Proven sales track record.
Skills and Abilities
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Well developed presentation skills.
– Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with station clients, the public, and other station departments.
– Ability to organize and prioritize work activities and tasks handling multiple assignments, while meeting “tight†deadlines in an environment subject to constant change and interruptions.
– Computer skills utilizing Microsoft software including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word (50-60 wpm).
– Ability to read, write and speak English.
– Organization skills.
Resumes may also be sent via e-mail to PDX.TVJobs@meredith.com.