Account Executive

Role Summary

We are seeking a dynamic Account Executive to join the NBC & Telemundo Connecticut sales team. This role focuses on driving revenue and developing new business across NBCU Local's diverse portfolio of assets. You'll work with clients at all business levels and manage campaigns from prospecting through concept development and execution. Responsibilities include meeting quarterly and annual targets by servicing existing clients and procuring new accounts. The ideal candidate will grow revenue by aligning corporate marketing goals with NBCU Local’s media content platforms including linear television, digital, and streaming.

Responsibilities

• Strategize and sell high-profile “tentpole” properties such as Olympics, World Cup, Sunday Night Football, Thanksgiving Day Parade, Hispanic Heritage Month, Billboard Latin Music Awards, etc.
• Responsible for growing core/existing agency business utilizing NBCU Local multi-platform assets.
• Have a keen understanding of marketing principles that will allow you to create customized, client-focused solutions that will demonstrate the power of the NBCU Local portfolio.
• Position and sell our best-in-class OTT solutions: Peacock and Spot On; and understand how these products complement linear TV.
• Coordinate and manage multi-platform campaigns.
• Execute elements, monitor performance, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Educate our clients on the growth and importance of our Hispanic population and help them adapt and execute Hispanic marketing campaigns utilizing Telemundo.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year experience in overall Sales, Marketing, Digital Sales, or relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience

Desired Characteristics

• Strong marketing instincts are essential to this position.
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills

Additional Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Must be willing to work at the location in West Hartford, CT
• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.