Sales Assistant at Nexstar in Metairie, LA

Sales Assistant Location: LA-Metairie;One Galleria Blvd (Tribune-WGNO/WNOL) WGNO-TV, the ABC affiliate in New Orleans, and WNOL-TV, the city’s CW affiliate, are looking for a qualified sales assistant to join our team! This is a great opportunity to work for two TV stations in New Orleans learning the ins and outs of broadcast and digital media in a supportive, collaborative environment. The Sales Assistant works with account executives and management in the Sales Department to maximize station revenue opportunities in a clerical role. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Performs clerical functions for the assigned sales division Ability to prioritize tasks based on deadlines Maintains awareness of the most current policies, practices, and procedures Maintains and collaborates, within assigned sales divisions, broadcast and digital orders from beginning to end. Corresponds with customers and confers with coworkers to maintain accounts. Prepares forms and reports as needed Maintains files and other business records Performs other duties as assigned Requirements & Skills: High school diploma Fluency in English Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint #LI-Onsite