Category:
Media – Journalism – Newspaper
Position/Title:
General Sales Manager
Details:

WJCL-TV is looking for an experienced General Sales Manager with an exceptional record of success.  The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership, motivational and sales skills along with a proven track record of 5+ years GSM or LSM or equivalent experience.  You must have skills in budgeting, forecasting, managing inventory, recruiting talented sales people and generating revenue.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Manage and guide an experienced sales team to achieve station goals on all platforms.?
  • Develop, implement, and communicate sales strategies and action plans.
  • Manage stations inventory and rates.
  • Meet with clients and advertisers to maintain high visibility in the community.
  • Create and manage non-traditional revenue and new business projects.
  • Interface with station’s national rep firm to set goals and objectives.
  • Work with the promotion department to create sales opportunities
  • Work with General Manager and other department managers to accomplish station objectives.
Experience Requirements:
  • Five years broadcast sales management experience preferred
  • Must have a proven track record of success in transactional, new business, digital and multi-platforms sales
  • Past experience with managing an independent or non-traditional television station a plus
Qualifications Requirements:
  • Candidates must possess strong leadership, motivational and sales skills with a proven track record of success.
  • Must have the ability to price, forecast, and budget and execute a clear plan and vision.
  • Creative selling abilities a must!?
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
Education:
  • College degree
  • Military training and experience will be considered
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
7/27/2020
Closing Date:
8/26/2020
City:
Savannah – 31405
State:
Georgia
URL:
https://hearst.referrals.selectminds.com/television/jobs/general-sales-manager-8734
Contact:
Please visit http://careers.hearsttelevision.com/ to apply. EOE
Apply Online URL:
https://hearst.referrals.selectminds.com/television/jobs/general-sales-manager-8734
Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
***IMPORTANT***

To apply for this job please visit hearst.referrals.selectminds.com.