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Paramount

Account Executive

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Paramount

San Francisco, US · Full-time · $115,000 – $140,000

About this role

Join #WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content. CBS Television Stations-San Francisco seeks an experienced Account Executive to sell the full Paramount Global portfolio, including KPIX & KPYX linear television, CBS News & Stations group assets, and Paramount+ streaming solutions. The role centers on linear + streaming ad sales for agency and direct accounts.

Focus on integrated, multi-platform campaigns while driving advertising sales in San Francisco and CBS O&O markets. Leverage established agency and client relationships, grow direct advertiser ties, and develop quarterly and annual revenue plans. Prospect non-traditional revenue streams and forecast sales weekly and quarterly.

Collaborate with internal teams like integrated marketing, traffic, and finance, partnering with an Account Manager on campaign execution. Maximize revenue around tentpole events such as sports, specials, and major news. Represent the stations at community and station-sponsored events.

CBS News and Stations unites the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations, CBS News Streaming Network, and more under one umbrella. Home to top programs like 60 MINUTES and CBS EVENING NEWS, it delivers premier journalism across platforms. Join a team passionate about content that entertains the planet and leaves a positive mark on culture.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of sales experience
  • Proven track record of exceeding revenue goals
  • Strong consultative selling skills
  • Agency-facing experience strongly preferred
  • Multi-platform (linear + digital/streaming) experience preferred
  • Proficiency with WideOrbit Traffic, WideOrbit Media Sales, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Office
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Valid California driver’s license

Responsibilities

  • Drive linear and streaming advertising sales in San Francisco and CBS O&O markets
  • Leverage established agency and client relationships in the SF market
  • Grow and maintain direct advertiser relationships
  • Develop quarterly and annual revenue plans
  • Forecast sales weekly and quarterly
  • Prospect and close non-traditional and new revenue streams
  • Collaborate with internal teams (integrated marketing, traffic, finance)
  • Partner with an Account Manager on campaign execution