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Nexstar Media Group Assistant I, Sales in Bakersfield, California
We are seeking a dynamic and organized Media Sales Assistant to join our team at the top TV station in Bakersfield. The Media Sales Assistant will provide support to the sales department and ensure the smooth operation of our media sales processes. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide support to the sales team with administrative tasks, including proposal preparation, contract drafting, and order entry
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely delivery of advertising materials
• Develop a deep understanding of our media products and services and be able to communicate them effectively to clients
• Conduct research on client accounts, competitors, and industry trends to identify new sales opportunities
• Assist in creating sales presentations and reports
• Help maintain client relationships by responding to client requests and inquiries promptly
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of sales data in the CRM system
• Attend client meetings, industry events, and trade shows as require
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field is preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years of experience in media sales or a related field is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter and a team player with a positive attitude
Compensation - $16 - $17hr commensurate with experience and skill level
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.