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Account Executive

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KWES-TV Midland-Odessa · Posted Sep 22, 2026

At a glance

Location
KWES-TV Midland-Odessa

About the role

  • KWES-TV is seeking a competitive and results-driven Account Executive to develop new business and grow a portfolio of advertising clients.
  • The role involves selling a cross-screen portfolio including broadcast television, streaming, connected TV, and digital advertising solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new business and build a strong pipeline through consistent prospecting.
  • Research local businesses and identify key decision-makers.
  • Manage the full sales process from prospecting and qualifying to closing business.
  • Sell consultatively by learning client business goals and recommending appropriate media solutions.
  • Build data-informed proposals demonstrating the value of broadcast and connected-TV.
  • Grow client relationships into long-term partnerships.
  • Manage pipeline activity using CRM and prospecting tools.
  • Partner with account, creative, and product teams to deliver effective campaigns.

Requirements

  • Competitive, self-motivated, and goal-oriented mindset.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Coachable, curious, and motivated to learn consultative media sales.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Interest in broadcast television, streaming/CTV, and digital advertising.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to meet with clients.
  • Comfort with Microsoft Office.

Preferred qualifications

  • Sales, customer service, marketing, or advertising experience.
  • Internships or relevant coursework.
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Familiarity with CRM tools.
  • Familiarity with digital advertising tools.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary plus commission
  • Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Dental and eye care coverage
  • Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) program with 100% company match up to 4% of pay
  • Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments via Teladoc
  • 12 free annual therapy sessions via Spring Health
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Nine paid holidays per year

Workplace

  • Requires local travel to meet with clients.

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • CRM
  • Broadcast Television
  • Streaming
  • Connected TV
  • Digital Advertising
  • Premion

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