MEDIA EXECUTIVE - WABI
About Gray Media
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 such markets measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
About WABI
WABI TV5 first signed on in January 1953, becoming Maine's first television station. It has long been the news leader for eastern and central Maine. The station is located at 35 Hildreth Street in Bangor and has a bureau in Waterville, Maine.
Job Summary/Description
WABI TV is looking for a self-motivated, trainable individual to help our sales team grow revenue! Media Executives (ME’s) at Gray Media, Bangor, Maine, WABI work in a fast-paced environment where connection with new partners is of the utmost importance. ME’s meet with local business leaders to solve their marketing problems through the use of Eastern and Central Maine's most-watched television stations and a suite of premium digital advertising options. Successful MEs are positively energized professionals who have meaningful business conversations with Maine's most influential marketers and business leaders. Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Be a NEW BUSINESS Champion - Use creativity and connection to develop relationships with local business managers
- Build winning campaign ideas specific to each advertising partner
- Author business agreements and negotiate terms with local business leaders
- Sell the business of new advertisers through successful marketing of self and WABI's News brand
- Execute marketing plans through interdepartmental coordination of video production, broadcast television, and use of the latest digital marketing products and trends!
- Use research and current events to uncover new opportunities for your advertising partners
- Attend industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to generate new business leads and cultivate business relationships
Qualifications/Requirements
- Gray Media and WABI will train.
- A high energy and a social personality are required.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a related degree is preferred but not required.
- Microsoft Office experience is required.
- Ability to get along with others and maintain positive interdepartmental relationships.
- Negotiation skills are required.
- A valid Maine driver's license required; must be insurable.