Media Executive; Sr - Woio/Wuab
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Sales
Advertising Sales -
Marketing / Advertising / PR
Advertising Sales
Job Title
MEDIA EXECUTIVE (SR) – WOIO/WUAB
CompanyGray Media (formerly Gray Television, Inc.)
LocationCleveland, OH
OverviewGray Media (WOIO CBS 19, WUAB CW 43, WTCL Telemundo & Gray Digital Media) in Cleveland has a rare opening for an energetic, positive‑minded & experienced salesperson. The role requires at least 3 years’ experience selling media and working with advertising agencies. You will develop new business in Ohio, consult local business owners to create advertising campaigns that exceed their goals, and close deals.
Strong communication skills, marketing insight, and a goal‑oriented mindset are essential. MVR check required.
- Meeting and exceeding monthly and quarterly sales targets
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders
- Strategic thinking: identify client needs and propose tailored solutions to meet business objectives
- Lead contract negotiations and close high‑value deals
- Cold calling and prospecting for new clients
- Prepare and present proposed strategic solutions and tactics
- Provide follow‑up assessments of advertising effectiveness
- Use and learn data‑based results
- Maintain accurate records in CRM systems and report on key sales metrics/KPIs
- Self‑starter with a goal‑oriented mindset and attention to detail
- Three years of cold calling or sales‑related experience
- Experience negotiating with advertising agencies
- Demonstrated ability to manage and grow complex accounts
- Experience in media sales is a plus, but not required
- Excellent writing and communication skills, experience using MS Office products
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
- Google Ad Certifications a plus
$50,000 – $60,000/yr. (plus commission)
ScheduleMon – Fri, 8:00 am – 5:00 am
Job TypeFull‑time
Seniority LevelMid‑Senior level
Job FunctionMarketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
IndustriesBroadcast Media Production and Distribution
Benefits- Comprehensive Medical (Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer‑paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit‑sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
WOIO/WUAB-TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.
Gray Media 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. 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 Media 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 employees’ ability to perform duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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