Digital Sales Manager
Hearst Health
$90,000 - $110,000 / year
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Description
WPTZ/WNNE, Hearst Television’s NBC affiliates serving the Burlington, VT / Plattsburgh, NY market, are seeking a Digital Sales Manager to lead and expand our digital revenue. This is a strategic leadership role for a results-driven sales professional who thrives in a fast-evolving, digital-first environment and is passionate about developing teams and driving measurable client outcomes.
This role offers the opportunity to strengthen digital revenue in a dynamic market, leveraging Hearst’s industry-leading tools, data, and cross-platform capabilities. You will contribute to sales strategy, mentor team members, and help evolve how we support client success.
At Hearst Television, you will work alongside passionate professionals who take pride in delivering high-quality content and marketing solutions. You will also be part of a team-oriented culture where your digital expertise and leadership will help drive success in a digital-first environment.
About the Burlington–Plattsburgh Market
Burlington, Vermont, located along the shores of Lake Champlain, is a vibrant city known for its thriving arts scene, innovative business community, and exceptional quality of life. Residents enjoy true four-season living, with opportunities for sailing and kayaking in the summer, world-class skiing in the winter, and some of the most beautiful fall foliage in the country. The area offers a more balanced and accessible lifestyle than larger metropolitan areas, with short commute times and easy access to nature.
Plattsburgh, New York, offers a welcoming, close-knit community with a revitalized downtown featuring restaurants, shops, and cultural venues. Located on the western shore of Lake Champlain, Plattsburgh provides convenient access to both Burlington and Montreal, allowing residents to enjoy the benefits of a smaller community with access to a broader mix of cultural and economic experiences.
Job Responsibilities
Sales Leadership and Strategy
- Lead the strategy and execution of digital revenue growth in support of station sales goals
- Partner with the Local Sales Manager to support weekly, quarterly, and annual sales strategies and planning
- Foster a performance-oriented culture by setting clear expectations and supporting team accountability
Team Development and Performance
- Coach, support, and mentor Account Executives (AEs) through regular one-on-one and team sessions to strengthen digital expertise and sales effectiveness
- Evaluate seller performance, identify development opportunities, and provide ongoing coaching to improve results
- Deliver digital training and education to both local and national sales teams to build capability and confidence
Revenue Growth and Client Strategy
- Identify and support new digital revenue opportunities, including non-traditional and emerging solutions
- Support negotiation of digital advertising opportunities, ensuring strong positioning and alignment with client goals
- Develop strategic responses to client and agency RFPs, with a focus on driving new and incremental business
- Build and maintain client and agency relationships to drive retention and growth
- Partner with AEs to develop and deliver integrated digital marketing solutions
Operational Excellence and Accountability
- Support digital revenue forecasting and maintain visibility into performance
- Manage budgets related to digital initiatives with attention to efficiency and outcomes
- Review insertion orders and sales documentation to ensure accuracy and consistency
Experience Requirements
- Strong understanding of digital marketing and cross-platform media, including television and digital solutions
- Experience generating revenue through new business development and account growth across multiple platforms
- Ability to create persuasive presentations, respond to RFPs, and align solutions to client goals
- Knowledge of pricing strategy and inventory management to maximize revenue opportunities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound business judgment
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills with clients, agencies, and internal teams
- Ability to coach, support, and collaborate with sellers to drive team performance
- Experience supporting negotiations and contributing to successful client agreements
- Ability to manage priorities, support forecasting, and contribute to revenue growth
- Proficiency with WideOrbit, Kantar, and One Domain or WO Media Office
- Valid driver’s license and reliable automobile
- Related military experience will be considered
Salary
The estimated base salary range for this role is $90,000 to $110,000. The actual base pay offered will depend on several factors, including transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and other factors permitted by law, and may vary from the stated range where appropriate. The base pay range is subject to change.
Values in Action
At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day - stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. Behind the scenes, we foster a culture of collaboration and open communication so the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible, and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits:
- Medical | Dental | Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ+ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- parental leave
About this role
Hearst Television's Burlington-Plattsburgh NBC affiliates are looking for a Digital Sales Manager to lead revenue growth across their digital platforms. This is a leadership role that combines sales strategy with team development—you'd set digital revenue goals alongside the Local Sales Manager, coach Account Executives to strengthen their digital selling skills, and drive new business through RFPs, client negotiations, and integrated marketing solutions. The position requires someone who understands cross-platform media, can build persuasive pitches, and knows how to manage pricing and inventory to maximize revenue.
You'd need solid experience in digital marketing and new business development, ideally across multiple platforms, along with proficiency in sales tools like WideOrbit and Kantar. Strong analytical skills, client relationship-building ability, and comfort with forecasting and budget management are essential. The role suits someone who thrives in a fast-moving digital environment and genuinely enjoys mentoring sellers to improve their performance and results.
The position is full-time, in-office in South Burlington, with a base salary of $90,000 to $110,000. Hearst offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, paid parental leave, and emotional wellness support.
Typical pay for this role
$100,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $140,000
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