KQCA TV National Sales Assistant

Overview

KQCA-TV, the Hearst Television My Network affiliate in Sacramento, CA is looking for a National Sales Assistant
. Excellent telephone, email and verbal communication and problem-solving skills are required. You must show enthusiasm, work initiative, and possess strong organizational and computer skills, including MS Office. Accuracy and ability to interact with clients in a professional manner is essential. Learning database and industry software is required. You will report to the National Sales Manager. This career opportunity is a great way to become an important part of a highly respected TV station and begin/advance a career with Hearst and an industry-leading television station group.

• Assist National Sales Manager in day-to-day duties
• Enter and maintain all national orders
• Effectively communicate with national sales representatives and advertising agencies across the country
• Develop a thorough understanding of Nielsen ratings, Wide Orbit, Kantar and other research tools
• Create supportive marketing materials for sales team and assist in the development of sales proposals, advertising packages and client presentations
• Assist with political, paid programming and direct response advertising
• Support the Local Sales, Traffic/Copy desk, and Receptionist teams as needed

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly focused, organized, and detail oriented
• Meet deadlines in a challenging and dynamic environment
• Work cooperatively with managers, co-workers and clients to deliver a high level of service
• Capable of learning new software systems promptly and thoroughly
• Take pride in work, respond to instructions well, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working independently if necessary
• Proficiency in all programs of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Teams), as well as video conferencing platforms such as Teams, Zoom, Ring, and Webex
• Related military experience will be considered

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $42,000 and $48,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst s benefit programs are modern, flexible, and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family s needs

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry s premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.