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From the employer's careers site First seen 6 Nov 2026

Account Executive

TEGNA Inc. Atlanta senior full-time

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Description

WXIA WATL-TV Atlanta, a TEGNA-owned NBC/MNTV affiliate, seeks a results-driven Account Executive to grow new business and manage advertising clients across a strong cross-screen portfolio.

You will sell the full range of TEGNA's offerings, including NBC/MNTV broadcast television and Premion streaming/CTV advertising, to deliver multi-platform solutions that meet client goals.

Key responsibilities:

  • Drive new business and build a strong pipeline of local and regional advertisers
  • Sell strategically and consultatively to create tailored solutions tied to measurable outcomes
  • Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing business
  • Grow and defend your book of accounts, expanding them through upsell and cross-sell
  • Pitch with data, building compelling proposals that demonstrate ROI
  • Run your business, managing pipeline and forecasting accurately

Requirements:

  • 1-3+ years of media, digital, or advertising sales experience with a proven track record
  • Ability to prospect, open new business, and build a self-sustaining pipeline
  • Command of the modern media landscape, including broadcast TV, streaming/CTV, and digital
  • Experience selling to business owners and/or agencies
  • Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills
  • Fluency in turning data into a clear ROI story
  • Proficiency with CRM and Microsoft Office

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and eye care coverage
  • 401(k) program with company match
  • Paid Time Off and paid holidays
  • Access to virtual doctor's appointments and therapy sessions

Salary: Competitive base + commission

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Google Analytics
  • DSPs/SSPs
  • ad-management tools

Ready to apply?

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