Ville Platte Broadcasting Company, the parent company of Classic Hits 92.5 and The Legend KVPI 107.3 FM and 1050 AM has been serving residents and listeners since 1953 and has won numerous broadcasting awards for our service to the community.

 

Ville Platte Broadcasting Company has an immediate opening for an experienced sales account executive to join our team of marketing and advertising executives.

 

We’re looking for a candidate who wants to make a difference in our community by working with businesses to help them succeed.

 

Successful candidates should be highly organized, coachable, possess strong verbal and written skills and have a valid driver’s license. We are looking for individuals who are hard working, organized, self motivated, results oriented and have a strong work ethic,

 

Primary Responsibilities:

Identify and prospect potential advertising clients and businesses to generate new leads and sales opportunities;

Develop and maintain strong relationships with future and existing clients, understanding their advertising needs and prospecting effective advertising solutions;

Create compelling and customized advertising packages tailored to client’s goals and objectives;

Negotiate contracts and pricing to maximize revenues while ensuring client satisfaction;

Manage client’s needs regarding updating commercials, managing monthly radio schedules and monthly budgets;

 

Work Schedule:

The position will be paid an hourly rate based on experience with normal working hours Monday through Friday with occasions to working weekend for special events such as remotes. Work Is both office based and in the field which would require having adequate transportation.

 

Qualifications:

Background in sales; Enthusiasm to grow sales and develop relationships with potential clients and exceptional communication  negotiation and presentation skills;

 

Benefits:

Hourly wages plus sales commission, paid holidays and vacation time and the opportunity to move up and work for a company that prides itself in taking care of its employees in a family like environment.

 

If you are ready to take the next step in in your sales career, we want to hear from YOU!

 

Please apply in person with General Manager Mark Layne during regular business hours at 809 West LaSalle Street in Ville Platte. You can also email your resume’ at mrklayne@classichits925.com. For more information call 337-363-2124.

 

Ville Platte Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer.