LEARFIELD is hiring a
Affiliate Representative

Summary

Join our growing News & Ag team as an Affiliate Representative, serving as the liaison between our networks and local, affiliate radio stations. This full-time role can be worked remotely from any location in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and/or Missouri.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience working in local and/or network radio business or closely related field
• Knowledge of and the ability to understand and sell a diverse lineup of programming products including news, agriculture, sports, and lifestyle
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Highly organized, able to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact proactively with staff and management across all levels and departments
• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction
• Proven ability to maintain the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to travel as necessary

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the affiliation process for 8 – 12 radio networks, functioning as the liaison between the networks and local radio stations
• Some travel to affiliate locations for prospect recruitment and affiliate retention
• Develop and maintain ongoing prospects across all networks
• Negotiate deal points for affiliate contracts including revenue, inventory, term, etc
• Maintain strong interpersonal relationships and communications with network affiliates
• Ensure affiliate compliance with network contract requirements
• Increase affiliate clearance of network products

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Other Insurance Plans
• Flexible Paid Time Off (including Parental Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Short/Long Term Disability