Sales – WKRN Nashville, TN

WKRN-TV, Media General’s ABC Affiliate in Nashville, TN, is looking for a highly motivated,
self-starting individual to develop new business for its digital products and services. This includes mobile and social media solutions for local businesses, plus multi-station platforms and LIN digital extension products. The ideal candidate will collaborate with business owners to identify their needs, develop messages to reach their target market and make their business more successful.

Skills (Essential and Preferred):
Strong track record of success in business-to-business (B2B) sales – Extensive prior experience with face-to-face and telephone cold-calling – Internet savvy – Ability to develop and execute a strategic sales plan – Achieve and exceed annual goals – Commission driven background – Strong relationship building skills and the demonstrated ability to close business.

Experience (Essential and Preferred):
Evidence of: Meeting and exceeding aggressive sales goals and overall sales objectives – Demonstrating the value of products and offerings to potential clients – Conducting needs analysis meetings with local businesses and developing solutions to fit their needs – Developing and selling online marketing campaigns using our products and solutions to meet clients’ business needs – meeting and exceeding your clients’ expectations.

For consideration: No phone calls please.

Please tell us how you found out about the job opening, send resume and cover letter to:
WKRN-TV – Human Resources (Sales)
441 Murfreesboro Road
Nashville, TN 37210
email to: lsnyder@wkrn.com – |
Be sure to include your name and the job title in subject line.

For more information about current job openings, please refer to www.wkrn.com under Contact, then Employment. WKRN-TV is a drug-free company and requires pre-employment drug testing and background investigations. Media General, WKRN-TV is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the hiring, training or promotion of employees because of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are engaged in a continuing effort to seek out prospective applicants for employment with our company. We earnestly solicit your assistance in obtaining employees and request you refer prospective applicants to us at the address below.

(05-09-15)