Account Executive, KBZK (Administrative)

Are you ready to help local businesses thrive through innovative advertising solutions? As an Account Executive at KBZK in Bozeman, you'll become a trusted advisor to businesses throughout our community, connecting them with multi-platform advertising strategies that drive real results. From broadcast television to cutting-edge digital platforms like OTT video, search strategies, and social media campaigns, you'll provide the solutions that help our clients grow.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Sell advertising solutions to local and regional businesses and advertising agencies
• Apply the Scripps Sales Process to analyze customer needs and create customized advertising solutions that provide return on investment
• Facilitate clients' ability to leverage our full array of digital marketing options beyond traditional TV airtime
• Independently prospect, secure appointments, perform needs analysis, develop solutions, present and close sales
• Use ratings data, qualitative information and market trends to negotiate program ratings and advertising rates
• Serve as a trusted advisor with clients, provide best-in-class customer service, and grow accounts through referrals
• Perform client services including media negotiations, presentation preparation, copy writing, and revenue collection
• Effectively manage your sales funnel using CRM systems while meeting key performance indicators
• Contribute to creative campaign development through client communication, storyboarding, and production assistance
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, including client entertainment activities
• Handle routine administrative functions including makegoods, CRM updates, and leadership communication

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally 2+ years of proven sales success preferred
• Experience in strategic account management, broadcast ratings and digital execution preferred
• Driving required. Valid Driver's License, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Highly self-motivated and goal focused mindset
• Creative and innovative thinking abilities
• Strong influencing, selling and upselling skills
• Effective teamwork and collaboration skills
• Very strong analysis and data interpretation abilities
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding presentation abilities in various settings
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Office applications
• Working knowledge of virtual conferencing platforms

OUR TEAM:

We have hikers, rock climbers, mountain bikers, kayakers, runners, skiers, fishing enthusiasts, boaters and every other mixture of diverse backgrounds, passions and life experiences. We are a community of welcoming, mission-focused, and lively people that continue to grow as we grow our company and rise to our full potential in every aspect of our business.

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

Bozeman, Montana, has a history still alive with the remnants of by-gone days and sustains a local heritage that can still be found throughout the community with nine historical districts and more than 40 individual properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The town of Bozeman provides a unique environment for a different kind of lifestyle and often tops lists of best places to live. It is blessed with relatively good weather, outstanding scenery, unparalleled recreational opportunities, world-class fishing, plenty of cultural activities, galleries, museums, and the like. Tech start-up companies are prevalent and growing in the area.

The Bozeman area has served as a filming site for a number of films, including The Wildest Dream, A River Runs Through It, A Plumm Summer and Amazing Grace and Chuck. Bozeman is a short (and beautiful) drive to Yellowstone National Park. Big Sky resort draws the world's wealthiest people as well as A-list celebrities. If you're skiing at Big Sky, you could literally run into your favorite celebrity or professional athlete. Bozeman is also an up-and-coming foodie town. We have very few chain restaurants because people here want the unique experience of dining local—from pizzerias that feature southwest Montana's best home-grown ingredients to steakhouses that showcase local grass-fed and sustainably raised beef.

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WHAT WE'LL OFFER:

• Extensive Scripps Sales Process training

• Uncapped sales commission

• Monthly allowance for mileage and cell phone

• A career path to grow your professional experiences

• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits

• Retirement savings plan with company match

• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

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SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose. 

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps' long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.