CopyWriting Manager - Digital jobs in Albany, GA

About Gray Television:

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. 

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 WALB:

WALB-TV is the dominant #1 news station and is an award-winning NBC / ABC affiliate in Albany, GA. WALB began broadcasting in 1954 and was the first Gray Television Station. WALB covers and serves more than 40 counties across South Georgia.  WALB is a powerhouse advertising solution, offering clients multiple solutions that include television, digital, video and email marketing.

Job Summary/Description:

WALB is seeking a full-time team member to serve as a resource for sales members and sales managers. This position will support the sales staff, sales management, and other departments with orders, viewership data, presentations and reporting.

WALB Sales Department is seeking a friendly, positive, self-motivated individual whose primary responsibility will be to provide a variety of support to the sales department. You must thrive in a team environment, have a strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, and be able to work independently in a fast-paced work culture. The Sales Specialist position is vital in helping the Station's sales department by providing updated presentations, grab-and-go sales material, updated inventory, and data each month and reporting for client success meetings. Be part of a team that strives to exceed our customers' expectations!

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

▪️ High level of raw data entry in multiple systems.
▪️ Ability to troubleshoot problems and find solutions using video tutorials, help desk tickets and other training materials available.
▪️ Interpreting raw data into easy-to-read sales material.
▪️ Campaign pre and post sales maintenance.
▪️ Creating and pulling sales reports.
▪️ Creating and pulling avails for both Broadcast & Digital delivery.
▪️ Efficiently and effectively execute new and revised digital orders.
▪️ Strategize successful multi-media campaigns and plans based on client needs and the organization's strategic objectives.
▪️ Communicate effectively and closely with AE’s and external teams.
▪️ Update Teams and other sales resources with the most up-to-date numbers and data.
▪️ Be a champion in finding new cutting-edge marketing strategies.
▪️ Event coordination between sales and marketing for special sales projects.
▪️ Create Top Notch One sheets and presentations for AE’s and Department heads to present to clients and to the community.

Qualifications/Requirements:

▪️ Prior clerical work experience in office setting is preferred.
▪️ Proficient working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
▪️ Excellent data entry skills.
▪️ Must be customer service oriented and have experience working with the public.
▪️ Must have strong attention to detail, and maintain accurate records.
▪️ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
▪️ Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize.
▪️ Ability to meet tight deadlines work well under pressure and have good problem-solving skills.
▪️ Ability to work independently with little supervision, yet committed to team environment.
▪️ Must have excellent time management and organizational skills.
▪️ Must be dependable and punctual.
▪️ Must represent company with professionalism and integrity.
▪️ Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
▪️ Clean Driving Record & dependable transportation.

Interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WALB-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

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 encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday.