Location: Wilmington, NC
Company: Cumulusmedia
with a highly tuned business-category focus and introduces these companies to Cumulus' large demographically distinct audiences via the POWER OF RADIO and DIGITAL ADVERTISING. We hire passionate, driven, resourceful, organized, customer-focused problem solvers who have great communication skills and the ability to cultivate client relationships.
If this sounds like you, please submit your resume for consideration. Our local Wilmington stations include: Today's Hits & Yesterday's Favorites WGNI 102.7, Cape Fears Country Leader WWQQ 101.3, Coast 97.3 WMNX, WKXS 94.5 The Hawk, and News Talk Sports 107.9 & 980 WAAV The Wave. Our Opportunity: Cumulus Media Wilmington is seeking an experienced
Media Account Executive for the Wilmington Market. This person is responsible for day-to-day sales of our radio station and C-Suite digital products portfolio and achieving monthly budget goals.
This person will work independently to prospect and develop advertising relationships and help our clients grow their businesses. Job Summary: You are a high energy, self-driven sales professional who can spin a lot of plates and thrive in a fast-paced working environment. By creating successful radio and digital advertising campaigns for clients, the Media Account Executive ensures growth within the radio and digital sales department and retains clients for future campaigns. The Media Account
Executive keeps a full pipeline, manages sales activity, and communicates regularly with management.
Key Responsibilities & Competencies: Excel at prospecting and aggressively seeking new clientele by networking, cold calling, canvassing, referrals, or other means to build and maintain a full pipeline of sales prospects Able to identify client business needs by gaining a deep understanding of their goals, objectives, and processes as well as their external environment including key market and consumer trends to proactively develop customized advertising solutions to meet client objectives Deliver effective multi-platform, integrated sales presentations (broadcast, digital, events); negotiation and closing Creative spark - the ability to design, create and deliver customized advertising proposals / presentations and generate original ideas Gain referral business by providing support, information, and guidance, qualitative research and recommending new opportunities for profit and/or service improvements Deliver exceptional customer service Beyond our broadcast products, have strong familiarity and become full versed in selling both Cumulus' station digital assets (e.
g. streaming, stations website and social advertising) and digital audience extension products to deliver a complete marketing solution to advertisers Follow all station and corporate procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting regular reports regarding sales, pipeline lists, forecasts, and competitive analysis Stay abreast of the competitive landscape and emerging technologies to best position Cumulus in the marketplace Requirements & Qualifications: 1-2 years Media Sales background and experience preferred/required Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, CRM tools and business networking platforms Must be highly proficient with CRM, MS 365, Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook Must be highly proficient using online meeting tools; MS Teams and Zoom Excellent communication skills Experience developing new business relationships in an outside sales role Excellent presenter to clients of sales opportunities and post-sale successes Strong understanding of lead generation and ability to connect with viable prospects Comprehension of sales metrics to fill a sales funnel and robust pipeline of residual business Positive attitude with the willingness to get beyond comfort zone to grow professionally High energy and passion for the job Flexible and creative Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing or related field is preferred/required Recognized top sales performer with a track record of over-achieving sales goals Consistently a Top Performer in closing new Business Digitally savvy with a clear understanding of digital advertising and how to sell it Marketing expertise a plus Stay abreast of the competitive landscape and emerging technologies Ability to perform independently in a fast-paced, hyper-competitive sales environment Excellent interpersonal/communication skills; outgoing, sociable, and charismatic - you pride yourself on being able to strike up a conversation with anyone Requires a valid driver's license and reliable transportation What we offer: Commission-based organization with uncapped earning potential Focused, responsible, collaborative, and empowered work environment with the ability, to ask, " what if" and try innovative solutions Opportunities for career advancement Supportive leadership, coaching, education, and training Recognition and reward for outstanding performance Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage 401K with company match to plan for the long term Vacation & Holidays to enjoy the fruits of your labor Cumulus is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)For immediate consideration, please visit cumulusmedia.
/ For more information about CUMULUS MEDIA, visit our website at: / CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Producer to make sure all digital platforms are up-to-date, accurate and compelling. We want someone with a competitive spirit. Candidate must have excellent writing skills and news judgment. The ideal candidate must possess strong digital analytics skills to help guide story placement on respective digital platforms.
The Digital News Producer must identify and post engaging, timely, and relevant content; monitor competitive social practices, and work in line with the station's overall content strategy. This individual must be willing to teach on-air reporters to help them improve their digital skills. The ideal candidate will have: Solid news judgment and the ability to write fast,
accurate and mistake-free copy Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred Must be able to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment Strong leadership and communication skills The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must Requirements: Must have some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered A journalism degree is preferred Knowledge of or a willingness to learn about social media content creation for multiple platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and You Tube.
A self-starter with a drive to
chase down stories, including reaching out to appropriate authorities or other sources.
Someone with a collaborative spirit who works well with a team to achieve department goals. Seeks out story ideas, including follow-ups to previous reports or previews of upcoming events. Excellent communicator and team player who shares important information with co-workers in a clear and timely manner. Monitor news emails for new releases, relevant information and updates to stories and information about upcoming events, and share or file that information as needed. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace! About Us Make your mark in Media with Sinclair Broadcast Group, a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere!
We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. In addition, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital media platforms.
We're at the forefront of Next Gen technology, enabling innovative new ways to engage with broadcast content like never before. We also recently launched a free TV streaming service called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team! About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people.
How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
include, but are not limited to: Broadcast operations including setting up, controlling and monitoring television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to the viewing audience On-air switching, dubbing and transferring programs Gathering satellite feeds for broadcast use Preparation and operation of equipment (before, during and after live newscasts) Support the production of newscasts and other live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use Support operation of the station by assisting Engineering, News, and other departments Other duties as assigned Experience: Previous experience as a Master Control Operator is preferred Sinclair Broadcast
Group, Inc.
is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace! About Us Make your mark in Media with Sinclair Broadcast Group, a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere!
We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. In addition, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading
digital media platforms. We're at the forefront of Next Gen technology, enabling innovative new ways to engage with broadcast content like never before.
We also recently launched a free TV streaming service called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team! About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.
Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
