ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Location: Richmond, VA | On-Site
Ready to turn ambition into a career? WRIC ABC8 News is looking for motivated, competitive self-starters who want more than just a job — they want a future. If you’re driven, coachable, and hungry to succeed, we’ll give you the training, tools, and support to build a powerful career in media and advertising sales. No sales experience required.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Why This Role Stands Out
You’ll start with real accounts, real clients, and real opportunities — while learning from experienced professionals who are invested in your success.
What You’ll Do
Build & Grow Accounts
• Begin with an active list of accounts and expand it by uncovering new business opportunities
• Develop long-term relationships with local businesses
Create Impactful Advertising Solutions
• Help businesses grow through customized TV and digital advertising campaigns
• Collaborate with internal teams to bring creative ideas to life
Learn the Full Sales Playbook
• Prospect, pitch, close, and follow up — with hands-on coaching every step of the way
• Set and achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual goals with structured support
Who Thrives Here
Driven Go-Getters – You take initiative and set big goals
Competitive Achievers – You enjoy the challenge and push yourself to win
Strong Communicators – You listen well, ask smart questions, and present confidently
Fast Learners – You welcome feedback and adapt quickly
Team Players – You want to grow alongside a motivated, winning team
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office
Bonus Points If You Have
• Experience in sales, leadership, customer service, or media
• A passion for advertising, media, or storytelling
What We Offer
Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacation & holidays
Career Growth – Clear advancement paths with performance-based promotions
Winning Culture – High energy, supportive teammates, and a workplace that celebrates success
🌟 This Is Your Launchpad
If you’re ready to learn, hustle, and build something meaningful, WRIC ABC8 News wants to meet you. Bring your drive — we’ll help you turn it into a career.
Top Skills
What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
