ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – WDFX

WDFX TV FOX 34/Lockwood Broadcasting has an opening for an Account Executive in Dothan, Alabama

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Account Executive will find, keep and grow local accounts while building long term client relationships as an effective marketing consultant.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for prospecting and closing new business on WDFX FOX34-TV and Digital platforms
Develop and maintain relationships with local clients while driving revenue up for customers and FOX 34 properties
Prepare, compose and present, results driven TV and Digital advertising campaigns
Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual budget goals
Maintain accurate revenue projections for forecasting
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, results driven, professional appearance
Compelling advertising consultant with great customer service skills
Positive, professional team player
Strong communication, analytical, and presentation skills
Serve as an ambassador of WDFX to the community

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Must have outside sales experience. Media sales experience is a plus.
Must have effective leadership and organizational skills
Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record compliant with our Vehicle Driving Safety Policy
Must have reliable transportation for visiting clients

PREFERRED SKILLS

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; Excel, Powerpoint, Word, etc.
Wide Orbit Traffic, Wide Orbit Media Sales, and Digital Dashboards are preferred

COMPANY CONFORMANCE STATEMENTS

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
Interact professionally with other employees, viewers, customers, and community members
Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
Lockwood Broadcast Group and WDFX-TV FOX 34 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees
and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Pre-employment drug test is required along with a background screen as allowed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Please send resume to : msmith@wdfx34.com