Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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
Focus on Caring
Salary/Annual Pay:
$60k (annually)
Shift/Schedule:
Mon. - Fri.
Job Type:
Full-Time
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About KKTV:
KKTV is located in picturesque Downtown Colorado Springs in Colorado, and with breathtaking views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, it's immediately easy to see why people are flocking to colorful Southern Colorado! KKTV 11 News is the Breaking News and Weather Leader in Southern Colorado, and we always put the safety of our viewers first. With more than 65 years of excellence in the community, a multitude of awards including Emmy, Murrow, and Colorado Broadcaster's Association awards, and state-of-the-art technology, being the leader in the community is integral to the culture of KKTV. Our departments work together as a team to serve our community. We are involved with local non-profits like Pikes Peak United Way and Care and Share Food Bank, and we sponsor fun events like the annual Christmas parade and balloon festival. We work hard and we also like to have fun together. Southern Colorado is our home, and we strive every day to make it an even better place to live and work.
Job Summary/Description:
KKTV is growing and is now in search of a high-energy person with a professional appearance, positive attitude, and hungry to increase their personal income. Excellent communication skills and a passion for helping local businesses grow are a must. We are looking for positive people who are interested in becoming all-star advertising account executives. Applicants should enjoy working in a fun culture that offers a professional environment with excellent opportunities to grow their income. We offer a flexible work schedule, extensive sales and marketing training, and some of the best advertising products to sell on the market. KKTV is looking for someone with a great attitude. If you have common sense and a sense of humor, you move to the front of the line.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Ability to connect with local businesses we can help grow utilizing our television and digital marketing products
Prospecting, generating, and closing new business
Provide administration and account list management
Sell across all product platforms, broadcast, digital, and OTT
Qualifications/Requirements:
Ability to connect with local businesses we can help grow utilizing our television and digital marketing products
Well-versed in prospecting, generating, and closing new business
Provide administration and account list management
Possess strong organizational and time management skills
Sell across all product platforms, broadcast, digital, and OTT
Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office products
Strong communication and presentation skills
1-2 years of outside sales experience required
Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KKTV-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television 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. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television 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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing and Sales
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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