GENERAL SALES MANAGER - WOWT
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About Gray Television :
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WOWT :
WOWT is a modern facility equipped with state of the art technology, and with our leading broadcast news we provide award winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses.
Omaha is one of the most progressive cities in the Midwest with a strong market supported by several national industries.
The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions that cant be matched, from the World Famous Henry Doorly Zoo, to the NCAA Mens College World Series.
Omaha is popular for our downtown which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market.
Job Summary / Description :
The General Sales Manager is responsible for the revenue goals of the television station. All areas of broadcast time and revenue are under his / her supervision (Local, Regional, Digital and Internet revenue).
The General Sales Manager oversees the Local Sales Manager, the sales staff and sales assistants. The GSM will be responsible for helping Account Executives implement the companys advertising platforms and marketing strategy, identifying and qualifying leads while consistently closing business in order to meet or exceed their sales quota.
Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following :
- Responsible for achieving station revenue goals, sets pricing and inventory management for station.
- Tracks pending business and makes each salesperson aware of his / her pending sales as it relates to the monthly goal.
- Responsible for developing and implementing the station sales marketing plan.
Qualifications / Requirements :
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing, advertising or speech is preferred.
- Must have experience in the advertising industry with strong management skills.
- Five years experience in broadcast sales or equivalent, with broadcast sales management experience.
- If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on apply now
Additional Info :
Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
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