Sales Assistant
KDVR FOX31 | KWGN Colorado’s CW2 | kdvr.com | FOX31+ | CW2+
Denver, Colorado
KDVR FOX31 and KWGN Colorado’s CW2 are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented and proactive Sales Assistant to join our Denver sales organization.
The Sales Assistant plays an important role in supporting our local, national and digital sales efforts across broadcast television, streaming and digital platforms. This position works closely with Account Executives, Sales Managers, Sales Support, Traffic, Finance and other departments to ensure advertising campaigns are entered accurately, executed efficiently and supported with a high level of customer service.
This position reports to the Sales Support Supervisor and Operations Lead and is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in building a career in media, advertising, sales operations or digital marketing.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately enter and maintain broadcast, streaming and digital advertising orders, revisions and related information within station systems.
- Review orders for accuracy and ensure details align with client agreements, station policies, pricing and inventory guidelines.
- Coordinate commercial copy, traffic instructions and creative materials to help ensure campaigns launch and air as scheduled.
- Work with Account Executives, Traffic, Digital Operations and other departments to identify and resolve order, scheduling, billing and account issues.
- Assist with campaign maintenance, revisions, makegoods and other post-sale support.
- Monitor inventory, order status, missing materials and other deadlines and proactively communicate items requiring attention.
- Support digital advertising campaigns by assisting with order entry, campaign documentation, creative coordination and reporting as needed.
- Maintain current programming, sales materials, proposal information and other resources used by the sales organization.
- Assist with political advertising documentation and FCC Public File requirements in accordance with established station procedures.
- Prepare reports, presentations, spreadsheets, forms and other sales materials.
- Maintain accurate client, agency and account records within station systems.
- Cross check copy/traffic instructions.
- Communicate professionally with clients, agencies and internal departments to answer questions and help resolve issues.
- Participate in sales and operational meetings, document action items and assist with follow-up as needed.
- Provide administrative and project support to Sales Managers, Account Executives and Sales Support leadership.
- Assist with special projects, sponsorship initiatives, sales promotions and major station revenue initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Advertising or a related field preferred.
- Previous administrative, sales support, customer service or coordinator experience preferred. Experience in media, advertising, digital marketing or sales operations is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional and responsive approach when working with clients, agencies and coworkers.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Comfort learning new technology, software platforms and workflow systems.
- Strong data-entry and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a collaborative team.
- Ability to remain organized and effective in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly.
Compensation Range: $22 - $24 per hour
What We’re Looking For
Our strongest candidates will be:
- Proactive: You anticipate what needs to happen next rather than waiting to be asked.
- Detail-oriented: Accuracy matters, particularly when working with advertising schedules, revenue and client campaigns.
- Resourceful: You enjoy solving problems and finding answers.
- Service-minded: You understand that excellent internal support ultimately translates into excellent client service.
- Collaborative: You build strong working relationships across departments and communicate effectively.
- Adaptable: You can balance multiple priorities and remain composed when deadlines are tight.
- Curious: You are interested in learning more about television, streaming, digital advertising and the rapidly evolving media business.
- Growth-oriented: You want to develop your skills and potentially build a career within sales, sales operations, digital media or advertising.
About Us
KDVR FOX31 and KWGN Colorado’s CW2 are part of Nexstar Media Group and serve Denver and communities throughout Colorado with leading local news, entertainment, sports and digital content. Our sales organization connects local and national advertisers with audiences across FOX31, Colorado’s CW2, kdvr.com, FOX31+, CW2+ and an expanding portfolio of streaming and digital marketing solutions.
We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a fast-moving, collaborative sales organization focused on delivering exceptional service to our clients while helping Colorado businesses grow.
To Apply: Please visit the Work for Us page at KDVR.com: kdvr.com/contact/jobs-at-fox31-denver-kwgn or at the Nexstar Website at: www.Nexstar.tv to complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online. No Calls
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KDVR/KWGN is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
KDVR.KWGN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- College degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or a related field
- Previous administrative, sales support, customer service, or coordinator experience
- Experience in media, advertising, digital marketing, or sales operations
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Professional and responsive approach with clients, agencies, and coworkers
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to learn new technology, software platforms, and workflow systems
- Strong data-entry and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to remain organized and effective in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is presented as comprehensive, covering medical, dental, vision, behavioral health, and an Employee Assistance Program. Disability and life insurance are also available, with optional protections like accident and critical illness coverage noted.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is offered and was expanded to provide up to six weeks of paid time for eligible employees. Family-support resources are complemented by mental‑health and EAP services.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, and standard holidays are provided, with vacation that typically scales with tenure. These programs form part of a conventional large‑employer benefits menu.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Insights
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.
