About the Role
WROC/RochesterFirst is hiring a Sales Account Executive to join our award-winning team. With the credibility and strength of our 75-year trusted brand, WROC/RochesterFirst is Rochester, NY’s universal local source for news, weather, and information across all platforms.
Rochester, NY, ranked as the nation’s second most affordable housing market, offers an exceptional quality of life—with outstanding dining, lively entertainment, scenic parks and golf courses, and a friendly, welcoming community.
WROC-TV/RochesterFirst.com in Rochester, New York is hiring an Account Executive for its Sales Department. This position works within guidelines to increase sales volume with assigned accounts, aggressively seeks new customers for both TV and digital business, executes plans and strategies set forth by sales management, maintains awareness of the competition, and maintains visibility in the community.
Compensation: $32,240 guarantee + commission and bonus first 12-months, commission + bonus after first 12-months
Requirements
Sales experience and/or bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related field preferred
Ideal candidate has at least one year's experience in sales, preferably in the media field
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently
Experience
Experience achieving long-range objectives and implementing the strategies and actions to achieve them
Knowledge of CRM systems, research tools, and order creation/entry programs a plus
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to work extended hours, as needed
About the Company
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.