Account Executive

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

Fox Television Stations is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX6 has an opportunity available for an energetic, marketing genius who thrives on helping local businesses succeed and grow.  As a Media Account Executive, you will interact with business owners and decision makers so you must excel at building relationships and become a trusted source for your new and existing clients.  You must be able to present strategic solutions to businesses and make the most of their marketing budget.  As a FOX6 Media Account Executive, you have the added benefit of being able to offer clients a full suite of integrated advertising solutions including NFL (Green and Gold!), Masked Singer, Accused, Judge Judy and our top-rated Local News. If you’re up to the challenge you will be rewarded with an exciting career with great earning potential and the satisfaction of helping your community businesses!
    
WHAT YOU’ll DO:
•    FOX6 has significant advertising opportunity on multiple platforms. It is the role of the Account Executive to listen, prepare, present and close business with a consultative approach.  
•    Identify and present integrated marketing solutions to variety of local businesses in a variety of fields – retailers, healthcare, automotive, home improvement, financial, entertainment, legal and more.
•    Prospect for new accounts – make cold/warm calls to secure needs analysis meetings and peak businesses interest with all the exciting programs and products we have to offer
•    Research accounts and the marketplace on a consistent basis. 
•    Work with variety of internal departments -- Creative Services on commercial production, Traffic department on advertising copy traffic, Finance department on invoicing, discrepancies, collection issues, and sales support personnel who will assist with the fulfillment of your TV and digital campaigns.

WHAT YOU’LL HAVE:
As a FOX6 Media Account Executive, you must be passionate about collaborating with local business owners.  Being personable with excellent written and verbal communication skills is essential in your success.  You must be detail oriented and organized to stay on top of clients’ needs.  Being proficient with MS Office is necessary.  An understanding of core marketing principles is vital to provide targeted solutions to your clients.  You must have a strong desire to work in the field (not sitting in an office) to meet with clients, discover their needs and present a strong marketing plan that will help clients reach their goals.  A basic understanding of digital products – display, mobile, email, video, search, native, contesting and social is preferred, not necessary.  A four-year college degree and prior sales experience is desired.  

 

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN:
A comprehensive benefits package including amazing medical benefit options, generous time off, 401k matching, education reimbursement, donation matching, short term disability, paid parental leave – just to name a few - as well as a flexible and family friendly work environment. 
 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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