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Nexstar Broadcasting

Multi-Media Account Executive

Pay: $60,000–$100,000/yr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Rockford, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/7/2026

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An Account Executive manages communications with business clients that buy services from a company, such as advertising or banking services, or manages sales accounts. Works with a set of clients over time, and recruits new clients. Promotes products developed specifically for a client, such as an advertising campaign, or matches clients with available services or products.

$82,035 / year median in Illinois

-15% projected decline

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Job Description

Multi-Media Account Executive Nexstar Broadcasting - 2.6 Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $100,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Outlook Media sales Social media platforms Driver's License Broadcast advertising Closing sales leads Consultative selling Closing sales Full Job Description FOX 39 and WTVO are expanding our sales teams in Rockford, Ill. Come join the team with the fastest-growing news, more original content, and number one weather team in the region. This position isn't for everybody. To be successful, you must fully embrace our consultative approach that uses a multi-media strategy to help our clients grow their business.

Special Duties:

Experience in negotiating with ad agencies Grow a transactional book of business through strategic pricing and outstanding account stewardship Responsible for order entry, contracts, follow-up and collections Strong at prospecting and growing account list Play a role in the production of client's creative elements Be an advocate for our products and programs, both broadcast and digital platforms Be a person: treat coworkers, prospects and clients with a service-centric attitude WTVO and FOX 39 have an opening for the right account executive who possesses: Broadcast sales experience is a must Ability to hold meaningful conversations with decision makers Ability to CLOSE Demonstrates personal integrity to differentiate from the competition. Know that that word "no" is an opportunity! Proficient with popular social media and digital platforms Make decisions without supervision Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including: Word, PowerPoint & Outlook Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Extra Benefits:

Top tier 3rd-party sales training program Flexible work schedule Preferred YMCA membership rate Opportunity to enjoy tickets to local events Pay Range for this position is: $60,000 - $100,000

Benefits:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more. Interested candidates should apply at our corporate website: mystateline.com/employment Nexstar Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer