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Sales Assistant

Nexstar Media, Inc. • Full-time • NY-East Syracuse;5904 Bridge Street (Nexstar - WSYR), United States of America • 6d ago

NewsChannel 9 (WSYR-TV), located in East Syracuse, New York, has an immediate opening for a Sales Assistant. This role supports both traditional and digital sales efforts, helping to maximize station revenue through order entry, campaign execution, reporting, and administrative support.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, highly organized individual who enjoys working collaboratively and is interested in growing a career in digital media and marketing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide clerical and administrative support to the Sales Department
Accurately enter and manage order, traffic, and billing data across systems
Maintain and track inventory levels and ensure proper allocation
Assist with billing reconciliation and account maintenance
Respond to customer inquiries and resolve issues in a timely, professional manner
Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date files and business records
Become proficient in station digital products and internal sales systems
Coordinate digital campaign setup, deployment, and optimization
Monitor campaign performance and generate detailed reports
Facilitate creative production and campaign changes as needed
Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients to ensure order accuracy and execution
Manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Stay current on traffic policies, procedures, and digital marketing trends
Complete and submit required forms and reports
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet daily deadlines
Team-oriented with the ability to work independently when needed
Self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive problem solver
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with Photoshop/Illustrator is a plus
Experience with digital platforms such as Google Ad Manager and social media ad managers (Facebook, TikTok, X) is a plus
Knowledge of digital marketing, media planning, or advertising preferred

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of administrative or clerical support experience required
1–2+ years of digital marketing or media experience preferred

Education:

High School diploma required

Compensation Range: $17-$18 per hour

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The role requires sitting for extended periods, working on a computer, conducting phone and email communication, and collaborating with team members. The work is performed in an indoor, environmentally controlled office setting.

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