Local Sales Assistant
Job Location: Springfield, IL
WICS/WRSP/WBUI over the air network affiliates serving the Springfield, Decatur, and Champaign markets, and ABC/FOX/CW combo with over 60 hours of news produced per week, is seeking a detail-oriented Sales Assistant with strong written and oral communication skills.
Responsibilities include:
- Input and maintain TV and Digital advertising orders, including revisions due to program changes
- Efficiently work with the team of Account Executives and Station leadership
- Effectively work with sales team in obtaining creative materials and generating support materials for local/digital sales presentations, events and business reviews
- Creation of PowerPoint presentations, database management, sales and revenue reports
- Various administrative duties, campaign fulfillment and contract management
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Requirements:
- Skilled with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word Duties
- Learn to perform work using Wide Orbit traffic and media sales systems, Matrix CRM, MediaLine, Ad Connections, Google Analytics and Outlook
- Great attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential
- Strong analytical ability and understanding of data-driven systems
- Ability to meet strict deadlines while maintaining accuracy
- Able to work directly with clients on resolving issues with professionalism and patience
Salary:
The base hourly compensation range for this role is $16 to $22.00 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, vacation time, and floating holidays.
