Description:

About Gray Television: Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. About KCRG: KCRG TV9 is the ABC affiliate in Cedar Rapids and is owned by Gray Television, Inc. KCRG's crew of dedicated reporters and staff serves the Eastern Iowa region. The station is the leader in local news and programming in the region. Job Summary: KCRG TV9, a Gray Television station, has an immediate opening for a Digital Sales Manager to lead the stations digital efforts. The Digital Sales Manager will work directly with KCRG’s Sales department to help prospect, develop, and maintain digital advertising accounts. The DSM will work closely with local businesses to provide unique marketing solutions and will be responsible for achieving KCRG's digital advertising budget. The individual must be proficient with current digital marketing trends and solutions and serve as a coach and advisor to the sales teams and advertisers. The candidate will also be responsible for creating presentations and compiling reports. General Responsibilities: • Creating presentations and reports • Serve as coach and advisor to local sales team and advertisers • Participate in sales calls • Work in partnership with sales managers, as well as the local news director • Creating digital sales programs • Works collaboratively with other station teams to implement, support and train for current and new products and platforms • Track monthly analytics, including standard web, advertiser, video, mobile and social

Requirements:

Must have at least 2 years’ experience with managing and/or selling digital marketing solutions and be proficient with Microsoft Office products especially PowerPoint. A confident and positive personality with a winning attitude is a must. All candidates must have a valid driver license and good driving record. This person will report to the Local Sales Manager

Additional Info:

Please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.