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National Sales Assistant
TEGNA
Tucson, AZ, United States
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Job Description
KMSB/FOX 11 and KTTU/My18, the TEGNA MEDIA in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a full-time National Sales Assistant. The successful candidate will directly support our National Sales Manager, executing the day-to-day responsibilities of a high-volume, national account list. The ideal candidate will act as liaison between the stations National Sales Department and National Sales Reps to assist with every aspect of the placement and processing of orders for National TV Advertising Accounts. Must be detail oriented and have the ability to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
Responsibilities
• Input and maintain national copy/materials including paid programming.
• Organizing and maintaining schedules and paperwork.
• Resolve discrepancies and make goods.
• Respond appropriately to incoming calls and emails
• Work with traffic operations on programming, commercial placement and break structures
• Maintain and update local market information and sales support material
• Provide back up support for other Sales Assistants and Copy Assistants
• Pull reports as needed
• Prepare multimedia presentations and supporting documents
• Coordinate sales project merchandising and promotional support
• Occasionally participate in outside sales functions/presentations
• Be a positive and professional representative of Tegna and our multiple advertising platforms
• Work in a team environment to achieve individual and team goals and provide outstanding customer service to internal and external customers
Job Requirements
Requirements
• High School Graduate or equivalent; College degree preferred
• 1-2 years business experience with significant exposure to clients or customers in a sales environment
• Highly organized and possess the ability to switch focus quickly when needed and work on multiple projects at the same time.
• Fast and accurate computer data entry skill and ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, able to act with a sense of urgency and adhere to set deadlines.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. With 47 television stations and two radio stations in 39 markets, TEGNA delivers relevant content and information to consumers across platforms. It is the largest owner of top 4 affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching approximately one-third of all television households nationwide. Each month, TEGNA reaches 50 million adults on-air and approximately 35 million across its digital platforms. TEGNA has been consistently honored with the industry’s top awards, including Edward R. Murrow, George Polk, Alfred I. DuPont and Emmy Awards. TEGNA delivers results for advertisers through unparalleled and innovative solutions including OTT local advertising network Premion, centralized marketing resource Hatch, and G/O Digital, a one-stop shop for local businesses to connect with consumers through digital marketing. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions.
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.