Now Hiring - Gray Television, Inc. - DIGITAL SALES ASSISTANT - WTVG in Toledo, OH

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 WTVG:

Since 1948, generations of families in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan have grown up counting on WTVG to be their most trusted source for local news, weather, and sports. There is a culture within our walls that recognizes the responsibility we carry, to continue what was started over seventy-four years ago. We take pride in our #1 ranked news ratings, our content, our status, and the need to maintain the work ethic that got us to where we are. WTVG delivers content across multiple platforms and develops multimedia advertising solutions for our clients. We have an outstanding reputation throughout the business community. As part of the Gray Television family, WTVG has best-in-class sales training. WTVG is the ideal location, close to several large metropolitan areas and is home to several parks, first-rate education, sports, arts and entertainment.

Job Summary/Description:

WTVG-13abc, a Gray Television station located in Toledo, Ohio has an opening for a sales assistant to join our team. The sales assistant reports to the General Sales Manager. The responsible ideal candidate thrives in a team environment while maintaining the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Must have a strong work ethic, focus on details, and an open mind to dynamic responsibilities.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Assist the Sales Manager and Sales Staff with their daily duties.
• Assist in the development of sales proposals, marketing materials, reports, and client presentations.
• Coordinate digital ads and upload them to platform.
• Efficiently work with the team/management to deliver a high level of service.
• Create digital reports and track digital campaigns.
• Track progress on various sales initiatives.
• Assist in the handling of resolving billing discrepancies.
• Ability to perform at a high level, multitask efficiently and meet deadlines in this fast-paced environment.
• Input and maintain select orders for Account Executives and National Sales Manager, including revisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• College degree in a related field is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work under pressure.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Previous digital ad operations experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
• Energetic and self-starter.
• Work independently and manage time effectively.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WTVG-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

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, and 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.

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Education

• High School or better