Ad Sales Assistant, Performance Media Ad Sales

ABOUT US

Hallmark Media is entertainment's leading destination for feel-good movies & series. We operate three cable networks - Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mystery, and Hallmark Family - as well as Hallmark +, a subscription streaming service. Collectively, we feature an ambitious slate of new, original movies, scripted series, and the popular annual holiday franchise, Countdown to Christmas.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing sales support to the Performance Media Ad Sales Team for Hallmark Media properties: Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mystery and Hallmark Family.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Sales Team in coordination and execution of media schedules and account maintenance.
• Input media buys/ revisions into systems for Performance Media.
• Email pre- and post-logs to clients.
• Work closely with Account Executives and Sales Planner to help maximize revenue.
• Research potential discrepancies.
• Serve as liaison between Commercial Operations and Agency for traffic-related issues.
• Contact clients with outstanding balances and update A/R department.
• Maintain orders and other documents with an electronic filing system.
• Communicate with clients daily.
• Back-up to other team members, as needed.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Must have undergraduate degree in related field, such as Marketing, Communication or Advertising.
• Prior PC experience using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a high level of proficiency using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail and to understand written and oral instructions.
• Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Interact effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Effectively plan workload and follows through to completion.
• Listen well and actively engage others to facilitate positive outcomes.
• Personally commit to excellence in every aspect of work.
• Previous database experience.
• Prior Media internship(s) preferred.

The salary range for this job is between $18.66-$24.86. Salary rate will take into consideration several factors including location.

Hallmark Media is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Principals only please.