Account Manager
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.
WTIC/WCCT the FOX and CW affiliates in the Hartford Connecticut market, are seeking an Account Manager. This position is responsible for managing day to day responsibilities of assigned accounts and team members. The role is designed to provide an optimal customer experience and drive sales by providing customer support by aligning the company’s multimedia solutions with our customers’ marketing objectives. If you are a high performer, detailed oriented with a positive attitude who thrives in a fast-paced, team environment then this job is for you.
Responsibilities:
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Daily interaction with existing agency and direct client business; this responsibility includes maintenance of client schedules on television and online in addition to implementation of special projects and promotions.
• Works in tandem with AE, Research, Sales Coordinator, and Creative Services to develop sales presentations and recap reports.
• Attends sales meetings and training to obtain sales, product and process information, and to keep abreast of company products and services in order to articulate to clients, when appropriate.
• Partners with designated Account Executives in the development of new/incremental revenue.
• Work with Creative Services and designated Account Executives to facilitate commercial production.
• Works with Traffic Department as necessary to facilitate accurate scheduling of customers’ traffic.
• Able to make decisions and solve problems independently in an effort to support the customer.
• Assists designated Account Executives with maintenance of contracts, generating avails, traffic, make-goods, collections and overall customer service.
• Regular tracking of client audience delivery using ComScore ratings and digital fulfillment.
• Sets up new customer accounts, contracts, assist with order entry, and revisions. Checks for accuracy.
• Self-motivation and willingness to work as a team player are essential attributes. Creativity, flexibility, and ability to change with our industry are also keys to success.
Requirements:
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• High school diploma required (college degree preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience in WideOrbit and Salesforce preferred
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• High energy & self-motivated
• Ability to work effectively and independently as part of a team
Benefits:
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com
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