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Account Executive

News-Press & Gazette Company · Salinas, California, United States

Full-timeOn site0-2 yrs$42k–$100kListed as no visa sponsorship
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In short

The Account Executive is responsible for generating revenue by selling television airtime and digital advertising products to local advertisers. They must identify, develop, and maintain client relationships while conducting needs assessments and managing the full sales cycle.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

SalesMedia salesCold callingProspectingNetworkingNegotiationCustomer serviceAccount management

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Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, current vehicle insurance, and the ability to travel to client locations. While media sales experience is preferred, strong communication, organizational, and computer skills are required.

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Questions about this role

Is this News-Press & Gazette Company role remote?
Tagged on site.
What does it pay?
The posting lists $42,000–$100,000 a year.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 0-2 years.

The posting, in full

NPG of Monterey-Salinas, CA is seeking a highly motivated Account Executive with a proven record of success to join our team. As an Account Executive you will be responsible for generating revenue from the sale of television airtime to local advertisers for our four stations, KION-CBS, NION-FOX, KMUV-Telemundo, and KCBA-CW, as well as web properties and a full digital suite of products. This

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  • NPG of Monterey-Salinas, CA is seeking a highly motivated Account Executive with
  • a proven record of success to join our team. As an Account Executive you will be
  • responsible for generating revenue from the sale of television airtime to local
  • advertisers for our four stations, KION-CBS, NION-FOX, KMUV-Telemundo, and
  • KCBA-CW, as well as web properties and a full digital suite of products. This
  • role involves but is not limited to identifying, developing, and maintaining
  • relationships with new and existing customers to drive sales growth and revenue.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, manage and maintain relationships with new and existing customers to

increase sales volume and expand product/service offerings.

  • Conduct needs assessments to understand customer needs and provide tailored

solutions.

  • Aggressively pursue new business through cold calling, prospecting, and

networking.

  • Negotiate prices and prepare contracts and terms with customers to close

deals.

  • Provide exceptional customer service to ensure high levels of customer

satisfaction.

  • Work with an experienced team of account executives to represent our stations

and develop new accounts.

  • Organize information into oral and written presentation forms for client

sales.

  • Timely completion of internal paperwork, including weekly sales planners and

any other reports requested.

  • Attending sales meetings and any required training.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous media sales experience is preferred, but not required.
  • Knowledge of broadcast and digital media including but not limited to
  • advertising rates, programming, ComScore/Nielsen ratings and market
  • competition.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and computer communication skills.
  • Highly motivated and extremely well organized.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM software (WOMS, Strata, Shared Builders)
  • Strong local market knowledge and contacts.
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Spanish language skills are a plus, but not required.
  • Knowledge of community events and involvements.

Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license and current insurance coverage.
  • Sufficient mobility for traveling to clients' places of business.

Salary Range: $42k-$100k ($42k draw plus commissions, based on experience).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and commission structure.
  • Medical/Prescription Drug/Teladoc
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account (both for medical costs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company paid Life and AD&D insurances
  • Voluntary (employee paid) life insurance
  • Long Term Disability insurance
  • 401k with partial company match
  • Paid time off, holidays and sick time
  • Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a
  • cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience. Please include
  • references and any relevant sales achievements. Applicants can apply online at
  • www.KION546.com [http://www.KION546.com] (go to “Menu” tab, then Jobs).
  • All applicants must apply through the website. Employment is contingent upon
  • successful completion of background checks and drug screenings. Must be able to
  • provide proof of right to work in the U.S. Driver License and personal vehicle
  • insurance required.

NPG of Monterey-Salinas, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posting closes when position is filled.

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This listing comes from News-Press & Gazette Company's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Last checked 6 Oct 2026.