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R1 National Sales Assistant

Urban One

Silver Spring, MD

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SKILLS
Communication Skills, Corporate Sales, Credit and Collections, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, High School Diploma, Legal, Marketing, Microsoft PowerPoint, National Sales, Order Processing, Organizational Skills, Promotional Programs, Revenue Growth, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Sales, Sales Campaigns, Sales Management, Sales Presentation, Sales Promotions
LOCATION
Silver Spring, MD
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Today
Job Position: National Sales Assistant

Department: Sales and Marketing

Reports to: Sales Manager

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Status: Full Time

Work Location: Houston, TX

OVERVIEW:

The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty-five years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple - to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees' biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Understanding sales terms and functions
  • Entering orders received from our National Rep Firm and agencies
  • Monitoring and helping to execute all national and corporate sales orders and campaigns
  • Processing make-goods and exceptions for national and corporate orders which will in many cases entail working closely with the traffic department
  • Communicating regularly with our National Rep Firm and agencies via email and phone
  • Engaging with and monitoring the National Rep Firm order system
  • Creating presentations, sales kits and recaps primarily for national use
    • Must have reasonable knowledge of and experience with PowerPoint
  • Participating in local market sales, promotions, and programming meetings as requested in order to represent national sales and to bring opportunities for revenue generation back to the National Sales team
  • Managing National Sales Pending Reports on an ongoing basis
  • Assist in collections with national agencies and accounts
  • Providing clerical support including filing of contracts
  • Assisting with national promotions such as remotes and events
  • Entering digital orders and digital components into Ando or similar system
  • Assisting with receptionist desk duties when needed


KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
  • Flexible schedule, with the ability and willingness to work varied hours on the weekdays, and weekends
  • Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and effectively manage time
  • Self-starter, with the ability to take and follow direction
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with the station's clients and listeners
  • Can work well independently and as an integral part of the team
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED. Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record. Must have at least 2 years of driving experience


This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. Employees may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as assigned, and the Company reserves the right to modify this job description at any time, with or without notice. This position is at-will, unless otherwise governed by a fully executed written agreement.

Urban One is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Urban One is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact HR_Recruiting@urban1.com

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