Account Executive, Local - Fort Myers​/Naples

Account Executive, NBCUniversal Local - Fort Myers/Naples

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service.

We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, Dream Works Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood.

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Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

This position will be responsible for growing revenue from Fort Myers-based ad agencies and direct advertisers, leveraging all US markets through NBCUniversal Local OTT and digital platforms including NBC Spot On featuring Peacock. The position requires TV ad sales experience, leveraging Telemundo's linear TV stations in Tampa, Orlando, and Ft. Myers, with emphasis on the Fort Myers DMA.

The AE will develop an understanding of our ad products, leverage tentpole events and have solid consultative selling skills to be able to best develop solutions to meet client needs. New business, revenue closure, account relationship building, customer satisfaction, and product implementation success are key responsibilities. This sales role is focused on delivering quarterly results and meeting individual budget requirements for linear and non-linear platforms, with a focus on Fort Myers, Florida.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field, or relevant work experience
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an advertising sales or media (linear and digital), either for a media company or with an agency
• Knowledge of the linear and digital media market
• Experience in Broadcast, Cable, Digital, Streaming or relevant fields

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through  to be considered.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be able to work in Tampa, FL.
• Must have excellent driving record and active driver's license.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience selling advertising/sponsor ships to ad agencies and client direct.
• Strong experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and
• Self-starter that can thrive in both a corporate and start-up environment.
• Excellent knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and pricing models.
• Excellent knowledge of ad campaign metrics and analysis.
• Strong ability to collaborate and coordinate.
• Professional maturity, integrity, discipline, and a positive attitude.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Exceptional presentation skills - creation and delivery.
• Ability to accurately identify and assess opportunities and apply resources and strategies appropriately.
• Ability to aggressively manage the successful execution of a sales strategy.
• Excellent negotiation skills.

Additional Requirements

Hybrid :
This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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