Role Overview
Nexstar is hiring a Account Executive. This is a full-time role in OH, Dayton. posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
WDTN, Dayton’s CW & WDTN+, Nexstar Media Group, Inc owned NBC and CW affiliates are looking for great Salespeople in Dayton, OH. Dayton is a top 65 Market where your potential is truly unlimited. If you’re motivated by selling excellent products, great compensation and working with a talented team of professionals, look no further. We will provide the tools for powerful multi-platform marketing solutions that will create partnerships to retain and grow our existing and new client base – you provide sales ability, positive attitude, client focus, energy and desire to WIN! Our ideal candidate is coachable, thrives in a goal-oriented team environment and has strong interpersonal skills. If this describes you and you want to work for the best, we want to hear from you today!
Responsibilities:
- Generate revenue across all available platforms
- Prospect, contact and present to new businesses to generate new advertising revenue
- Develop new revenue through local business development
- Form strategic business and market partnerships
- Manage an active account and client list
- Regularly meet with Sales Managers to ensure progression and success with stated goals
- Act as negotiator for assigned accounts; ensure sales proposals are consistent with station strategies
- Create and deliver sales presentations to multiple points of contact with client/agency personnel
- Understand the business objectives and advertising strategies of clients and find ways to help them achieve their objectives through effective advertising
Qualifications Requirements:
- Ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment
- Accountability within a goal-structured organization
- Needs a positive, results-oriented attitude and must be a team player
- Proven track record of successfully selling to business owners and CEO’s
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Proficiency with Wide Orbit, Kantar and One Domain/WO Media Office a plus
- Must be able to use qualitative research effectively to further sales effort
- Strong formal and interpersonal communication skills
- Professional appearance
Physical Requirements:
- The ability to operate a computer and business equipment
- Candidate must have their own transportation when on sales calls
- Vision to enter, review and approve sales proposals and orders
- Bachelor’s or Associate Degree or equivalent work experience
- EOE/M/F/V/D
SCAM ALERT:
Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv.
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How do I apply for the Account Executive position at Nexstar?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Nexstar. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Account Executive position at Nexstar located?
This position is based in OH, Dayton. Nexstar has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Account Executive at Nexstar earn?
Nexstar has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Account Executive role at Nexstar posted?
This role was posted on July 24, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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