Account Executive

KSDK-TV Saint Louis, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Saint Louis, is seeking a proven, results-driven Account Executive to grow new business and manage a book of advertising clients.

The successful candidate will sell the full range of TEGNA's offerings, including NBC broadcast television and Premion, TEGNA's streaming and CTV advertising business.

Responsibilities:

• Drive new business and build a strong pipeline of local and regional advertisers
• Sell strategically and consultatively to uncover clients' real business goals and architect tailored, multi-platform solutions
• Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing business
• Grow and defend the book of accounts, turning them into long-term partnerships
• Pitch with data, building compelling proposals that demonstrate ROI
• Run your business, managing pipeline, forecasting accurately, and partnering with account, creative, and product teams

Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of media, digital, or advertising sales experience
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets
• Demonstrated ability to prospect, open new business, and build a self-sustaining pipeline
• Command of the modern media landscape, including broadcast television, streaming/CTV, programmatic, digital video, display, social, and content
• Experience selling to business owners and/or agencies
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Fluency in turning data and analytics 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 (PTO) and paid holidays
• Access to virtual doctor's appointments and therapy sessions