Multimedia Sales Support Specialist

About Us

WNYT NewsChannel 13 is the award-winning NBC affiliate for New York State's Capital Region. We're a longtime market leader and we're committed to excellence in all we do. Whether it's live coverage of breaking news, investigative stories focused on finding solutions, or -- now more than ever -- top-notch digital content, we reach our viewers and followers across all platforms with the information they need to be informed, stay safe and plan their day.

New York's Capital Region is diverse and unique, offering a range of activities and experiences within reach all year long. Enjoy craft breweries and fine dining, water sports, winter sports, the hustle and bustle of city life -- or the calm, beautiful quiet of the Catskills. Albany sits just three hours from New York City or Boston, making experiences outside of the region just a drive, bus ride or train ride away. Whether you're an avid skier, a fan of farmers markets, enjoy theater, live music, professional sports, history, nature -- or all of the above -- the Capital Region has something for you.

When you work for Hubbard Broadcasting and WNYT, you're part of a team of dedicated and passionate professionals, pushing every day to serve our community. Here, collaboration is at the forefront, good ideas can come from anywhere and our community comes first. We're committed to the health and growth of our station culture and believe in a work environment that includes diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We strive to tell the stories of our community through the diverse eyes of our staff and provide an unbiased platform for all viewpoints. We push to advance our station culture through training, employee engagement and our everyday investment in each other.

Job Overview

The Multimedia Sales Support Specialist plays an integral role in the day-to-day success of our sales efforts, keeping the department running smoothly by handling a variety of administrative and organizational tasks. This position supports our team of Account Executives and reports directly to the Local Sales Manager, with additional duties assigned by other leadership on an as needed basis. This is an in-office position, scheduled for 40 hours per week. Please apply at: https://myjobs.adp.com/hubbardbroadcasting/cx/job-details?reqId=5001175173306

Job Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Provide administrative support to sales management and Account Executives (AEs) in the following ways:

• Supports AEs with the administrative side of the sales process, including inputting, updating, and adjusting orders. May also assist with invoicing, collections, and other client communications as needed. 
• Assist in building sales materials and client proposals, using creativity and a solid understanding of marketing concepts to help craft engaging, visually appealing, and effective presentations. 

Assist with campaign management and execution for Broadcast and Digital Media: 

• Set up, monitor, and optimize advertising campaigns across platforms. 
• Ensure campaigns are launched accurately and on time according to client specifications. 
• Serve as the point of contact for sales teams and clients regarding campaign details. 
• Troubleshoot issues related to ad delivery, tracking, and performance. 
• Prepare pre- and post-campaign reports and insights for clients. 

Act as project planning coordinator for the sales department’s initiatives in the following ways:  

• Plan, coordinate, and execute sales projects, events, and initiatives. 
• Coordinate advertiser giveaways, including rules, webpages, promotional materials, and communication with sponsors and winners. 
• Oversees core sales operations, including content management, workflow documentation, marketing materials, rate and inventory updates, and required reporting/filings 
• Maintain a strong understanding of rates, promotions, and inventory. 

Other 

• Continue to learn and stay abreast of trends in the digital and broadcast advertising industry.? 
• Stay updated on platform changes, new ad formats, and compliance requirements. 
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively in a professional manner with others. Build positive working relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors, and the public.? Provide exceptional customer service. 
• Coordinate team building and client events for the department. Execute events as needed.  
• Complete other duties as requested and needed.? 

Qualifications

• College Degree or equivalent with 2+ years in an administrative role. Demonstrated track record in providing administrative support and/or customer service. 
• Background or experience in media, digital advertising, marketing, promotions, and social media preferred.? 
• Strong data entry skills. Exceptional experience using O365 and Microsoft programs.  
• A clear communicator with excellent verbal and writing skills. 
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail? 
• Skilled in collaborating with cross functional teams to meet objectives. 
• Valid notary republic license or ability to obtain one within the first 3 months of employment. 

Physical Requirements 

Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Work with time sensitive information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate and operate personal computers and general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.) for extended periods of time. Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction. Ability to think quickly and to articulate information in a clear, concise manner to others. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions. 

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

The range this position is $45,000-$60,000 annually ($21.63-$28.85 per hour).

For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.