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KATV in Little Rock, AR has an amazing opportunity for a sales professional to join our team of integrated marketing consultants. We help local businesses grow by designing creative and effective client campaigns that drive business results through cross-platform solutions including digital and broadcast. If you are motivated by seeing your clients succeed and want the ability to work great hours... with industry-leading earning potential – this KATV in Little Rock, AR has an amazing opportunity for a sales professional to join our team of integrated marketing consultants. We help local businesses grow by designing creative and effective client campaigns that drive business results through cross-platform solutions including digital and broadcast. If you are motivated by seeing your clients succeed and want the ability to work great hours... with industry-leading earning potential – this could be YOUR opportunity. Your day to day will involve working with a committed (and fun) group of people that care about their clients, and you, as much as you do! You will get to represent some of the best digital and broadcasting assets in the business, develop new campaigns, uncover new client opportunities, and manage and grow a full customer portfolio.

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

Primarily:

• Grow and maintain a full customer portfolio

• Develop new business and digital revenue opportunities

• Develop cross-platform campaigns

Also:

• Generate revenue for the station and meet monthly goals through effective outside sales

• Develop new business and create results for clients through creative and effective targeted campaigns

• Research and build campaign solutions, including overall branding and creative and ensure campaign execution meets client expectations

• Grow your book of business in alignment with goals while identifying companies that are expanding, relocating, hiring

• Meet or exceed revenue targets for existing, new, and digital business, as well as corporate initiatives and develop a strategy to support achievement of goals

• Grow share of clients' advertising spend while increasing their overall spend

• Support quality deliverables to drive client results

• Support collection of receivables

• Build and enhance sales skills, to include effective storytelling, prospecting and relationship-building, negotiation, closing

• Develop capabilities to produce creative and effective campaigns

The ideal candidate will have the following skills:

• Effective relationship building, customer service, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills

• Superior business acumen with the ability to build/maintain relationships with key stakeholders

• Ability to handle multiple complex projects at the same time

• Organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a changing environment

• Ability to effectively communicate, build rapport and relate well to all kinds of people

• Capability to work with customers in a hybrid work environment and successful communication ability during virtual and in person customer settings

• Experience selling digital products/strategies including audience targeting, social media etc.

• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and a satisfactory driving record

Our Marketing Consultants are some of the highest commissioned sales people in the industry. If you are interested in selling some of the best media in the industry, we want to hear from you!

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337
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via Journalism Jobs posted_at: 23 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
KATV in Little Rock, Arkansas has an immediate opening for Executive Producer to oversee news content for overall fairness, balance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will produce daily newscasts and oversee production of newscasts and special programming. You will work closely with producers and reporters on daily selection and coverage. As a newsroom leader, the expectation is that the Executive Producer will lead by example. Some additional responsibilities KATV in Little Rock, Arkansas has an immediate opening for Executive Producer to oversee news content for overall fairness, balance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will produce daily newscasts and oversee production of newscasts and special programming. You will work closely with producers and reporters on daily selection and coverage. As a newsroom leader, the expectation is that the Executive Producer will lead by example. Some additional responsibilities of our Executive Producer will include Oversee daily newscasts to ensure we are serving our local communities by sharing relevant information to alert, protect and empower our audiences Supervise producers and reporters, as well as, review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful storytelling Manage news room and handle breaking news situations to empower and grow our audiences Collaborate with News Directors and other station managers to create special segments Planning and overseeing continuity into upcoming newscasts... What skills do you need to be successful in our role? Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms Ability to preform well under pressure, experience managing breaking news and meeting strict deadlines Ability to identity problems and provide solutions A strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating Strong understanding of how to drive digital traffic Minimum of 2 years experience producing in a television news environment or equivalent A college degree in Journalism or a related field is preferred Strong writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on initiatives Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace Show more details...
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KATV in Little Rock, AR has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop KATV in Little Rock, AR has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site. The ideal candidate will have: Solid news judgment Be a compelling and accurate writer Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment Strong leadership and communication skills The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews Experience... Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered A Journalism degree is preferred Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace Show more details...
via Journalism Jobs posted_at: 11 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
KATV in Little Rock, Arkansas is seeking a Local Sales Manager to build and maintain a high performing sales team that exceeds revenue goal by driving client results through creative marketing solutions. In this position, the perfect candidate will: Maintain a well-developed sales team by identifying future staffing requirements within sales department Ensure effective onboarding of new hires including smooth transition of existing clients to new KATV in Little Rock, Arkansas is seeking a Local Sales Manager to build and maintain a high performing sales team that exceeds revenue goal by driving client results through creative marketing solutions. In this position, the perfect candidate will: Maintain a well-developed sales team by identifying future staffing requirements within sales department Ensure effective onboarding of new hires including smooth transition of existing clients to new hire's portfolio as well as recognize and reward high performance Consistently support Marketing Consultants in new business development leveraging client-centric solution selling Establish sales strategies, plans and alignment in support of revenue goals by creating annual, quarterly, and monthly business plans that link to revenue goals, including budgets, in consultation with the GSM/DOS. Ensure each Marketing Consultant achieves revenue targets across existing, new, and digital business lines Ensure client results, satisfaction and... retention and attend sales meetings with key clients to accelerate the sales cycle, grow the account, and demonstrate commitment to client success Collect and analyze monthly and quarterly revenue forecast information for sellers on a weekly basis Review and resolve preemptions daily and manage sales orders and inventory Ensure strong performance of local and regional accounts and have a strong understanding of national accounts Work with General Sales Manager on inventory pricing and management Other tasks as needed Experience needed: 2 to 4 years broadcast sales experience (including television sales) and team management experience preferred Proven success in developmental business and multimedia platforms including web and mobile applications Passion for contributing to a sales team with a positive mindset Effective relationship building, customer service, communication and negotiation skills College degree preferred An excellent understanding of tv and media plans, advertising marketplace, and key competition Strong understanding of the changing landscape of integrated marketing Ability to anticipate, meet and/or exceed customer needs, wants and expectations The ability to adapt to all situations and personality types in the sales staff and client base Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace Show more details...
via Journalism Jobs posted_at: 22 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
KATV in Little Rock, Arkansas is looking for an Multi-Media Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television. Skills and Experience: Sharp KATV in Little Rock, Arkansas is looking for an Multi-Media Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television. Skills and Experience: Sharp news judgment The ability to tell an NPPA style story Excellent technical skills The ability to work well independently Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record Requirements and Qualifications: A minimum of 2 years reporting experience is required Experience with live shots is required Experience with Live-U is a plus While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace! Show more details...
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KATV, Little Rock, AR, is looking for Fall 2023 Interns that will be assigned to various time slots. In this unpaid internship, you will gain an understanding of how the News is produced from start to finish through observational learning and hands-on experience. You will play an active role in the newsgathering process every day you walk into the newsroom. If you are studying journalism, mass... communications, communications, or a related field KATV, Little Rock, AR, is looking for Fall 2023 Interns that will be assigned to various time slots. In this unpaid internship, you will gain an understanding of how the News is produced from start to finish through observational learning and hands-on experience. You will play an active role in the newsgathering process every day you walk into the newsroom. If you are studying journalism, mass... communications, communications, or a related field and want to experience the fast-paced world of news firsthand, then this is the place to learn! During your internship, you will learn: Photojournalism Production Producing Editing Requirements: You must be a rising junior or senior and get college credit for your internship. We request that only students studying journalism, TV production or similar coursework apply. This is an unpaid internship. Internship time at KATV must be coordinated with the student's respective college or university for academic credit under the sponsorship of the educational faculty. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace Show more details...
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KARK 4 is looking for an Associate Producer to manage guest bookings and in-studio needs for our 1-hour lifestyle show, Arkansas Style. The show is segment and interview-based, highlighting community events, interesting people, and local businesses. The right candidate will be a people person, who is able to find and book, engaging, entertaining, and informative guest. The Associate Producer... collaborates with various departments, including Sales, KARK 4 is looking for an Associate Producer to manage guest bookings and in-studio needs for our 1-hour lifestyle show, Arkansas Style. The show is segment and interview-based, highlighting community events, interesting people, and local businesses. The right candidate will be a people person, who is able to find and book, engaging, entertaining, and informative guest. The Associate Producer... collaborates with various departments, including Sales, Production, and Creative Services. This person must be detail-oriented, have strong organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure. This is a part-time position.

• JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help produce entertaining and informative show, including paid segments.

• Source, contact and book guests for the show.

• Manage the calendar for on-air guest and on-location shoots.

• Pre-interview guests, research topics/guests and provide hosts and staff with research materials.

• Work with the Sales Department, and/or clients to integrate client-sponsored content in the show.

• Manage the needs in the studio during the show.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Basic editing skills

• Familiarity with iNews, Premier, and basic videography/editing skills is a plus.

• Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

• Fluency in English

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Minimum one year experience in news operations (Depending on market size)

• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337
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