Sales Associate, Local Ad Sales, CBS Stations (Chicago)

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In this sales support role, you'll dive into the dynamic world of media and advertising, gaining hands-on experience and training for future growth. Collaborate with diverse internal teams and develop a deep understanding of the Advertising and Media industries, including cutting-edge digital and streaming workflows.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with Sales, Inventory, Account and Traffic specialists to ensure the seamless execution of advertising and integrated marketing campaigns.
• Client Order Management: Handle client order entry and project management, coordinating with internal departments to guarantee client satisfaction and timely delivery for omni-channel strategies.
• Campaign Monitoring: Track and report on campaign impressions regularly, collaborating with various departments to make necessary adjustments for optimal delivery and billing.
• Issue Resolution: Generate and analyze reports to identify and resolve discrepancies or issues related to campaigns and creative content.
• Financial Coordination: Partner with Billing and Finance teams to clear discrepancies and ensure accurate revenue recognition at the end of campaigns.
• Digital and Streaming Workflow Integration: Assist in the integration and management of digital and streaming advertising workflows, ensuring campaigns are optimized for various digital platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills required to interface across multiple levels and groups
• The ability to understand and work with numbers, including basic arithmetic and more advanced algebraic concepts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Acute attention to detail and responsible work ethic
• Highly motivated self-starter and exceptional team player, with a strong ability to rapidly learn and adapt to evolving industry and organizational environments
• Desire and interest to work in advertising sales across media & entertainment platforms
• Previous experience in media sales or advertising is a plus
• Familiarity with digital and streaming advertising platforms and workflows
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools is an advantage
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines

Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of media and advertising!

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $45,000.00 - 55,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount:

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.