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Category: Sales Position/Title: Account Executive Details: WTVX, the CW affiliate in sunny West Palm Beach, Florida is seeking a talented sales professional who can connect with clients and help them achieve their business objectives through effective TV advertising. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, an impressive ability to carry out the sales process from start to close, an enthusiastic and passionate personality, have a tenacious yet empathetic attitude, and a proven track record of success! Client Relations Responsible for generating revenue for the station and meeting monthly goals through effective solicitations, promotions and services including telephone, in-person and email communication. Retain current business and develop new business through selling commercial advertising time and other station products by contacting advertising agencies and advertisers. Professionally formatted and written documents, including emails, are a must! Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Contribute to client proposals and other client documentation. Maintain and build positive customer relationships. Document all client contact and file all advertisement documentation in client files. Handle confidential information with discretion. Initiate, follow-up and conclude assignments accurately and independently. Strong time management skills. Assist in the collection of past due accounts. Advertising Create advertising strategies incorporating TV, mobile, online and digital billboard mediums. Create short- and long-term client campaign plans. Develop advertising concepts and ideas. Prepare, negotiate and implement client media buys which includes: * Conduct media research * Negotiate media buys including integrated marketing tactics and added value * Prepare contract confirmations * Proof and shuttle ads * Confirm accuracy of media orders prior to airing * Post buys and negotiate makegoods when necessary * All other applicable advertising functions Keep current on all of the company’s digital advertising products. Understand demographic and psychographic data as it relates to media buys. General administrative and other tasks as requested. Qualifications If you are a self-starter with a proactive approach to selling and looking for a fast-paced, fun atmosphere with a strong company, the please apply now and tell us why you should our next great sales person! Vacancy Type: Full Time Date Posted: 4/25/2013 Closing Date: 5/25/2013 City: West Palm Beach - 33401 State: Florida URL: http://www.wearewestpalm.com Experience: A minimum of 3 years in negotiating business with advertising agencies and a track record of sucess in bringing in internet and new business sales Requirements: Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Knowledge of Wide Orbit, Scarborough and Strata desirable Bi-lingual is a plus Self-motivated Professional appearance a must Contact: Sinclair Broadcast Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Please apply online by going to www.sbgi.net/employment Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER