Wausau,WI
Gray Television
DESCRIPTION
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 WSAW:
WSAW is Wausau's first TV station, debuting in 1954. It is the CBS affiliate that serves northcentral Wisconsin. As the leading broadcaster in the market, WSAW offers new and experienced sales professionals a unique career opportunity.
As part of a publicly traded company, employees receive access to training and support from nationally renowned experts while retaining the opportunity to work and live in a smaller, more intimate environment. The culture at WSAW promotes positive relationships, encourages employee growth, and remains strong because the company invests to ensure its leading-edge position in the marketplace.
One such investment happened in 2015 with the purchase of the local FOX affiliation, now known as WZAW. This acquisition secured WSAW/WZAW as a powerhouse in central Wisconsin. With CBS and FOX programming, the station is home to “Packer Football” and many premier sporting events throughout the year.
WSAW is located 90 minutes west of Green Bay, 180 miles east of Minneapolis, and 180 miles northwest of Milwaukee. Wausau is the economic and cultural hub of northcentral Wisconsin offering top educational facilities and a high level of satisfaction to those looking for family-friendly, outdoor lifestyles.
Job Summary/Description:
WSAW/WZAW, a Gray television station, is looking for a high-achieving individual who seeks a career in outside sales and marketing. This job opening offers a rare opportunity to join a team of effective sales professionals to represent a well-known product line including CBS and FOX programming and GDM digital products. The combination of these platforms positions WSAW salespeople as leaders in the marketplace with the ability to offer comprehensive marketing solutions to local businesses and advertising agencies. Training is offered that shows a pathway to financial success and career growth. It has never been a more exciting time to work in local TV now that it is paired with the targeting efforts of digital marketing. The future is bright for a person interested in high earning potential, relationship building, and helping local businesses meet their marketing goals.
Please note – primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Self-starter, with the ability to interact and influence others in a positive manner
* Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
* Detail-oriented with excellent communication & customer service skills
* Goal-driven with an attitude for success
* Strong work ethic with integrity
* Effective problem-solving and organizational skills
* Team-focused with the ability to work independently and manage time
* Hungry for ongoing learning with a thirst to understand local business
* Knowledgeable about presentation software
* Receptive to work in an environment of change and new opportunities
* Portrays a positive, can-do attitude
* Bachelor's Degree Preferred
* Previous work in outside sales or media is a plus but not necessary. Gray Television offers comprehensive training for new Account Executives
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
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 Gray’s 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.
JOB EXPERIENCE
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 WSAW:
WSAW is Wausau's first TV station, debuting in 1954. It is the CBS affiliate that serves northcentral Wisconsin. As the leading broadcaster in the market, WSAW offers new and experienced sales professionals a unique career opportunity.
As part of a publicly traded company, employees receive access to training and support from nationally renowned experts while retaining the opportunity to work and live in a smaller, more intimate environment. The culture at WSAW promotes positive relationships, encourages employee growth, and remains strong because the company invests to ensure its leading-edge position in the marketplace.
One such investment happened in 2015 with the purchase of the local FOX affiliation, now known as WZAW. This acquisition secured WSAW/WZAW as a powerhouse in central Wisconsin. With CBS and FOX programming, the station is home to “Packer Football” and many premier sporting events throughout the year.
WSAW is located 90 minutes west of Green Bay, 180 miles east of Minneapolis, and 180 miles northwest of Milwaukee. Wausau is the economic and cultural hub of northcentral Wisconsin offering top educational facilities and a high level of satisfaction to those looking for family-friendly, outdoor lifestyles.
Job Summary/Description:
WSAW/WZAW, a Gray television station, is looking for a high-achieving individual who seeks a career in outside sales and marketing. This job opening offers a rare opportunity to join a team of effective sales professionals to represent a well-known product line including CBS and FOX programming and GDM digital products. The combination of these platforms positions WSAW salespeople as leaders in the marketplace with the ability to offer comprehensive marketing solutions to local businesses and advertising agencies. Training is offered that shows a pathway to financial success and career growth. It has never been a more exciting time to work in local TV now that it is paired with the targeting efforts of digital marketing. The future is bright for a person interested in high earning potential, relationship building, and helping local businesses meet their marketing goals.
Please note – primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Self-starter, with the ability to interact and influence others in a positive manner
* Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
* Detail-oriented with excellent communication & customer service skills
* Goal-driven with an attitude for success
* Strong work ethic with integrity
* Effective problem-solving and organizational skills
* Team-focused with the ability to work independently and manage time
* Hungry for ongoing learning with a thirst to understand local business
* Knowledgeable about presentation software
* Receptive to work in an environment of change and new opportunities
* Portrays a positive, can-do attitude
* Bachelor's Degree Preferred
* Previous work in outside sales or media is a plus but not necessary. Gray Television offers comprehensive training for new Account Executives
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
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 Gray’s 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.
REQUIREMENTS
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 WSAW:
WSAW is Wausau's first TV station, debuting in 1954. It is the CBS affiliate that serves northcentral Wisconsin. As the leading broadcaster in the market, WSAW offers new and experienced sales professionals a unique career opportunity.
As part of a publicly traded company, employees receive access to training and support from nationally renowned experts while retaining the opportunity to work and live in a smaller, more intimate environment. The culture at WSAW promotes positive relationships, encourages employee growth, and remains strong because the company invests to ensure its leading-edge position in the marketplace.
One such investment happened in 2015 with the purchase of the local FOX affiliation, now known as WZAW. This acquisition secured WSAW/WZAW as a powerhouse in central Wisconsin. With CBS and FOX programming, the station is home to “Packer Football” and many premier sporting events throughout the year.
WSAW is located 90 minutes west of Green Bay, 180 miles east of Minneapolis, and 180 miles northwest of Milwaukee. Wausau is the economic and cultural hub of northcentral Wisconsin offering top educational facilities and a high level of satisfaction to those looking for family-friendly, outdoor lifestyles.
Job Summary/Description:
WSAW/WZAW, a Gray television station, is looking for a high-achieving individual who seeks a career in outside sales and marketing. This job opening offers a rare opportunity to join a team of effective sales professionals to represent a well-known product line including CBS and FOX programming and GDM digital products. The combination of these platforms positions WSAW salespeople as leaders in the marketplace with the ability to offer comprehensive marketing solutions to local businesses and advertising agencies. Training is offered that shows a pathway to financial success and career growth. It has never been a more exciting time to work in local TV now that it is paired with the targeting efforts of digital marketing. The future is bright for a person interested in high earning potential, relationship building, and helping local businesses meet their marketing goals.
Please note – primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Self-starter, with the ability to interact and influence others in a positive manner
* Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
* Detail-oriented with excellent communication & customer service skills
* Goal-driven with an attitude for success
* Strong work ethic with integrity
* Effective problem-solving and organizational skills
* Team-focused with the ability to work independently and manage time
* Hungry for ongoing learning with a thirst to understand local business
* Knowledgeable about presentation software
* Receptive to work in an environment of change and new opportunities
* Portrays a positive, can-do attitude
* Bachelor's Degree Preferred
* Previous work in outside sales or media is a plus but not necessary. Gray Television offers comprehensive training for new Account Executives
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
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 Gray’s 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.
ADDITIONAL INFO
HOW TO APPLY
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter and references.