Media Executive

Salary/Wage: In Year 1, estimated total earnings range from $60,000 to $90,000 based on performance. Salary/wage is based on a 6-month base salary + plus excess earned commissions. Commission and earning potential increase significantly in Year 2 as the client base expands, skills are developed, and product knowledge grows. Shift and Schedule: Mon. – Fri. (8:00 am – 5:00 pm)

Job Summary/Description: Gray Digital Media is seeking a solutions-oriented professional with a strong digital sales background to join our dynamic sales team. This is a remote position, and it is responsible for the development and growth of digital revenue in the Columbia-Jefferson City, Missouri Market. The Media Executive will design and sell digital marketing solutions for businesses using the latest advertising products available across our company’s digital platforms (BGP 360, Streaming TV, Connected TV, YouTube, Email, Gaming, Social, SEM, SEO, and Streaming audio). This is a remote position based in or near Columbia, MO, and will include minimal travel. Gray Media offers a comprehensive training plan & onboarding experience to strengthen your knowledge, confidence, and ability to have a successful career. Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Consult with business owners, marketing and advertising executives, directors, and managers to develop and implement an effective digital marketing strategy for their business. Meet or exceed sales expectations, goals, and budgets, and manage your own book of digital sales revenue for retention and growth. Learn and master Gray digital advertising products and tools (we are always innovating and growing), along with Gray Digital Media’s suite of digital services. Develop, retain, and grow client relationships in your local market and throughout the country. Manage your digital book of business using client management tools and software. Design, write, and present marketing proposals and PowerPoint presentations. Communicate and collaborate effectively across all Gray Digital Media departments and support staff.

Qualifications/Requirements: 2 or more years in digital or media sales with evidence of prior success, or working with digital or media agencies, and working with clients Demonstrates intellect, drive, and executive presence, and solves complex problems with a goal-oriented mindset The ability to prospect and network with business decision-makers within small, medium, and large organizations Proven experience building excellent client relationships and trust Strong proficiency in computer skills to create presentations tailored to a client’s vision and needs Excellent written, oral, and creative presentation skills to conduct virtual and in-person meetings While not required, experience with grant writing and working with state procurement sites is preferred WGEM-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. Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER