Media Advertising Account Executive

Date: April 1, 2013

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Position: Account Executive

KRDO NewsChannel 13, located in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado, along the front range of the Colorado Rockies, is looking for a Media Advertising Account Executive. This person is responsible for generating revenue for KRDO/ABC TV, Telemundo, and KRDO.com. In addition, you will also be expected to create new business and new revenue.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties of this position include but are not limited to: Pursuing business from leads and accounts as assigned; assisting in setting and achieving sales projections; prospecting and closing new direct clients; developing a positive relationship with local clients and their agency of record; participating in the sales of regular and special programming and promotions; coordinating production with Production department; resolving billing and collection problems; increasing billing and share of business from existing clients; and meeting and/or exceeding all goals.

Requirements:

You must have previous sales experience, broadcast sales is preferred. You must be a self-starter with a highly motivated personality and maintain a positive attitude. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are required as well as a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

When applying for this position, tell us where you found out about this vacancy. Send your resume and cover letter to:

NewsChannel 13

Attn: Human Resources

399 S. 8th Street

Colorado Springs, CO 80905

Telephone: (719) 632-1515

Fax: (719) 444-8601

Email: personnel@krdo.com

Successful candidate must pass a drug test and background check.

NewsChannel 13 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posting Closes: When position is filled.