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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 KWTX-TV: KWTX-TV News 10 is the dominant television station for the Waco-Temple-Killeen market in the Heart of Texas. The CBS and CW affiliate, KWTX is the leader in every local newscast. A state-of-the-art facility with a brand new studio helps employees showcase their award-winning content. A storm-chasing vehicle called the Weather Edge gives our crews a mobile weather lab to track severe weather. But the station’s most valuable resource is its people. KWTX is home to a dedicated group of employees, many of whom have called the station home for many years. Community service is engrained in the culture of KWTX. We take pride in being able to say that no other station does it better. In 2016, the station was honored with the NAB’s Service to America Award, recognizing the nation’s top local TV station for community service. The Texas Association of Broadcasters also honored KWTX with its highest award for public service, The Bonner McLain Award. Fixer Upper’s Magnolia Silos have turned downtown Waco into a destination for travelers from around the country. The city is home to Baylor University, with one of the top athletic programs in the nation and beautiful McLane Stadium along the Brazos River. Space-X has a rocket testing facility, with some of the world’s most impressive technology in nearby McGregor. The market is also home to one of the largest U.S. military installations in the world, Fort Hood. And this region is ideally located in Central Texas, within a short drive of both the Dallas and Austin metro areas. KWTX has a stellar reputation as one of the premiere broadcasters in Texas, and is looking for driven, dedicated people pursuing a career in broadcast-related fields, helping produce award-winning, compelling content while working in the community to help make life better for those we are entrusted to serve. Job Summary: We are looking for people who are interested in becoming advertising account executives for the Bell County region of Temple, Belton, and Killeen. Applicant should enjoy working in a culture that offers a professional environment with excellent opportunities to learn station operations. KWTX is looking for someone with a great attitude. This job is all about problem-solving. We are looking for candidates who enjoy meeting people and helping them through advertising. We sell CBS, CW12, Telemundo and MeTV, are a full digital agency. We will provide training and all the tools needed for success. Advertising is a very popular career among graduates, and competition for jobs is strong. An account executive is a liaison between the station and the clients on their list. We are looking for an account executive to work primarily in our Killeen office, and take on the Bell County Territory. However, you could have accounts throughout Central Texas. Our best-performing salespeople came from retail, newspaper, banks, insurance and even graphic design! If you have common sense and a sense of humor, you move to the front of the line. We are looking for professional, hardworking candidates who enjoy meeting people and thinking outside of the box. Our sales executives are some of the highest commissioned salespeople in the industry. If you are interested in selling some of the best media in the industry, we want to hear from you! Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, as well as a driver’s license, insurance, and a clean driving record, as you will occasionally be required to use your vehicle for business. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, Uncapped Commission, Paid Vacation and Sick Leave. ___ KWTX-TV, an operating company of Gray Television is an equal opportunity employer. All of KWTX employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of the application process, which includes a pre-employment drug test and DMV check. Gray Television participates in E-Verify. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Call on local businesses • Create custom proposals based off needs of client • Maintain client list and grow revenue for KWTX • Learn to manage and sell inventory on CBS, CW12 and our full suite of digital advertising solutions • Client follow-up • Preparing for presentations using PowerPoint and Word • Order Entry (WideOrbit Traffic - we will train you if necessary) • Light Commercial or Web Production Duties • Promotional support for station sponsored activities Sales experience is not required; however, the drive to become a member of the region’s top-selling sales teams is essential.

Requirements:

• Sales experience is not required; however, the drive to become a member of the region’s top-selling sales teams is essential • 4-year degree not required, but preferred ◘ If interested you can apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings

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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. GRAY TELEVISION, INC. PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY.