Account Executive

Ready to take your sales career to the next level? Here’s your opportunity to join a powerhouse duopoly in one of the most sport-driven, opportunity-rich markets in the country. FOX59 (WXIN-TV) and CBS4 (WTTV-TV), Nexstar Media Group stations in Indianapolis, are looking for a driven **Sales Account Executive** who’s ready to leverage best-in-class marketing solutions to help local businesses grow. You’ll join a team of seasoned advertising professionals and tap into the unmatched reach of **FOX and CBS**, driving revenue across both **on-air and digital platforms**. With the added strength of our high-performing digital subchannel **ETTV.2** and a full suite of cutting-edge digital products, this is truly a seller’s dream. * **Why does this opportunity stands out:** * #1 lifestyle show: **Indy Now** – a premier platform for local business exposure * Over **100+ hours of local news weekly** * Exclusive access to must-have programming and live sports, including: * NFL (Indianapolis Colts) * College sports (IU Football, Purdue Basketball) * The Indy 500 & IndyCar * March Madness * PGA Golf, NASCAR, MLB, World Cup & more * If you’re motivated, competitive, and ready to build meaningful client partnerships while selling high-impact solutions—this is your shot. **Essential Duties & Responsibilities:** * Responsible for prospecting and developing new business on all platforms. * Implement strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals for all platforms. * Ideal candidate will possess a passion for selling sports, digital offerings, and align with leading local newscasts in Indy.  * Be a student of learning and a willingness to be coached by some of the best managers in the business. * Prepares and delivers compelling sales presentations to clients using a consultative sales approach and collateral research support. * Explain to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible. * Works with clients and production personnel to develop commercials via our creative resources. * Collaboration with all station sellers to leverage the power of our market share to increase our revenue. * Performs other duties as assigned. * **Requirements & Skills:** * Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. * Minimum two years’ experience in sales, preferably in the media field. * Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. * Experience achieving long-range objectives, possessing self-motivation skills, ability to implement the strategies and actions to achieve success. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), copiers, scanners, and other office equipment.