Account Executive, Sales, Harlingen, TX

Nexstar Open · verified Oct 2, 2026

TX, Brownsville Full-time Mid-level Account Executive

At a glance

Mid-level Account Executive role at Nexstar. TX, Brownsville · full-time.

Pay not stated

RoleAccount Executive

SeniorityMid-level

LocationTX, Brownsville

EmploymentFull-time

PostedAug 27, 2026 · 5w ago

Role brief

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What you'll do

Generate advertising revenue through agency outreach, prospecting, and persuasive television advertising pitches
Maintain current accounts while building relationships with new clients in the local business community
Present advertising options, explain promotional value, and provide placement rates across available media
Create advertising schedules with clients and station staff, then help develop the resulting advertisements

What you bring

A marketing, advertising, mass communications, or related degree, or equivalent education and work experience
At least one year of sales experience, preferably within media
A valid driver’s license paired with an acceptable driving record
A record of pursuing long-term objectives through planned strategies and actions

Who this fits

This role suits a mid-level seller who can manage existing accounts, develop new business, and work directly with local clients and agencies. You’ll need to travel for sales activity using a valid driver’s license and be comfortable with standard office equipment.

From the employer

The Sales Account Executive generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, cold-calling new prospects and convincing potential clients of the merits of television advertising.

Implements strategies to consistently grow revenue and exceed revenue goals.
Establishes credible relationships with local business community.
Makes sales calls on existing and prospective clients.
Maintains assigned accounts and develops new accounts.
Prepares and delivers sales presentations to clients.
Explains to customers how specific types of advertising will help promote their products or services in the most effective way possible.
Provides clients with information regarding rates for advertising placement in all media.
Develops advertising schedules with clients and station personnel responsible for placing advertising into station media.
Works with clients and station personnel to develop advertisements.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or Mass Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Minimum one year’s experience in sales, preferably in the media field.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Experience achieving long-range objectives and implementing the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.