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Sales Support Specialist

Hearst Communications, Inc.

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Lancaster, PA
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Job Overview:

Sales Support Specialist 
WGAL-TV (Hearst Television) — Harrisburg–Lancaster–Lebanon–York, PA | On-site

Join a highly respected television station backed by a premier media company, Hearst Television, and grow your skills, make an impact you can see on‑air, and build a career in broadcast media as a Sales Support Specialist, an integral part of the WGAL-TV advertising sales operation. If you’re energized by a fast pace, obsessed with accuracy, and have passion for client service, apply now to join an exceptional team and launch a great career in media sales operations. 

What you’ll do:

  • Own flawless entry and maintenance of advertising orders, including WideOrbit (WO) workflows
  • Assign copy instructions and provide quality control for local/national creative to meet FCC and Hearst standards before it airs
  • Review and finalize daily commercial logs for broadcast television; coordinate manual changes with Management and Master Control
  • Work closely with Digital Client Specialist to assign copy for digital video campaigns, assist with digital order entry and confirmation, track campaign pacing, and produce month-end delivery reports. 
  • Use available research tools to analyze data and develop compelling stories that reinforce the marketing power of our media platforms. 
  • Adhere to deadlines, keep stakeholders in sync, and communicate closely with Ad Ops (Charlotte, NC)
  • Keep pristine copy instruction files and manage the monthly materials purge
  • Develop sales proposals and presentations for Account Executives. 
  • Deliver white‑glove service to managers, teammates, and clients

What you bring: 

  • Solid computer/software skills; Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Proven success juggling multiple projects and tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
  • Fast learner with new systems; stellar written and verbal communication
  • Highly organized, detail‑driven, calm under pressure, and team‑minded
  • Pride in your work, responsive to direction, effective independently and in groups
  • Bonus: Broadcast TV copy/traffic experience

 

Ready to make your mark? Apply now and help us deliver exceptional experiences for our viewers and advertisers.