About this role
Ready to take your sales career to the next level? Here’s your opportunity to join a powerhouse duopoly in one of the most sport-driven, opportunity-rich markets in the country.
FOX59 (WXIN-TV) and CBS4 (WTTV-TV), Nexstar Media Group stations in Indianapolis, are looking for a driven Sales Account Executive who’s ready to leverage best-in-class marketing solutions to help local businesses grow.
You’ll join a team of seasoned advertising professionals and tap into the unmatched reach of FOX and CBS, driving revenue across both on-air and digital platforms. With the added strength of our high-performing digital subchannel ETTV.2 and a full suite of cutting-edge digital products, this is truly a seller’s dream.
• Why does this opportunity stands out:
• #1 lifestyle show: Indy Now – a premier platform for local business exposure • Over 100+ hours of local news weekly • Exclusive access to must-have programming and live sports, including: • NFL (Indianapolis Colts) • College sports (IU Football, Purdue Basketball) • The Indy 500 & IndyCar • March Madness • PGA Golf, NASCAR, MLB, World Cup & more
• If you’re motivated, competitive, and ready to build meaningful client partnerships while selling high-impact solutions—this is your shot. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Responsible for prospecting and developing new business on all platforms. • Implement strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals for all platforms. • Ideal candidate will possess a passion for selling sports, digital offerings, and align with leading local newscasts in Indy. • Be a student of learning and a willingness to be coached by some of the best managers in the business. • Prepares and delivers compelling sales presentations to clients using a consultative sales approach and collateral research support. • Explain to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible. • Works with clients and production personnel to develop commercials via our creative resources. • Collaboration with all station sellers to leverage the power of our market share to increase our revenue. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. • Minimum two years’ experience in sales, preferably in the media field. • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. • Experience achieving long-range objectives, possessing self-motivation skills, ability to implement the strategies and actions to achieve success. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), copiers, scanners, and other office equipment.