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WOOD TV is currently in search of a Strategic Account Manager. This position will play an integral role with the Sales Team and focus primarily on Digital Sales, Digital Media Strategy and Digital Execution.
WOOD TV is owned by Nexstar Media – the country’s largest holder of TV stations and represents best-in-class digital products. These include but are not limited to:
- woodtv.com; OTT & Streaming Platforms; Display; Pre-Roll; SEM; Retargeting; Social Media Marketing; YouTube; various other 3rd party digital products
If you enjoy selling and implementing digital strategies, keeping up with the latest digital trends and products, and working in a team environment with a highly energetic and motivated sales force, then WOOD TV is where you want to work!
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with Sales Management and Account Executives to generate digital revenue.
Develop media strategies for growth based on advertiser goals.
Perform in-depth data analysis to deliver actionable insights & recommendations.
Evaluate KPIs and optimize campaign performance.
Digital order entry & updates.
Liaises between sales & production teams for developing marketing creative for clients, such as display banners, videos, emails, and other marketing material.
Assist sales executives with all aspects of the digital sales process including, but not limited to: Training, Order Entry, Campaign Monitoring and Coordination, Creative Requests, Creative Trafficking, Reporting, & Analytics.
Assist management with aspects of the digital sales operation including, but not limited to: Training, Digital Sales Materials, Campaign pacing, Campaign Coordination, Campaign Performance Metrics, Communication with both internal and external teams.
Assists with station contesting and sweepstakes.
Other duties as assigned.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
BA or BS in Marketing, Advertising, or Communications preferred.
Foundational knowledge of various digital marketing strategies including SEM, SEO, Social, Display, Video, OTT, Mobile and Addressable Solutions, Email and Digital Audio IS A MUST.
Google Analytics experience preferred.
Experience in digital marketing coordination or media sales preferred.
Significant knowledge of the local digital marketing services product offering and effective use for clients.
Motivated, enthusiastic, self-starter who can work effectively collaborating in a team environment.
Excellent critical thinking & problem-solving skills.
Able to multi-task and handle several projects at a time.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Design software ability a plus.
Experience with Wide Orbit, Monarch, ComScore, Nielsen are a plus.
IAB and/or Google AdWords Certification a plus.
Automotive & database digital marketing experience is also a plus.
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Excellent follow-up, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Self-motivated, enthusiastic, self-starter who can work effectively both independently and collaborating in a team environment.
Fluency in English; with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
OUR VALUES
We respect our audience, customers, team members and owners. We encourage every individual’s contribution and personal growth. We honor diversity. We foster work environments that provide personal pride through job satisfaction and a balanced life. We embrace the communities in which we operate. We promote open communication, innovation, and creativity. We strive for excellence in all our endeavors. We are in the local content business, providing multiple platforms for news, entertainment, and successful marketing solutions, enriching each community we serve. Each of our television stations are local service businesses.
OPPORTUNITY
With markets ranging from small to major, Nexstar has a place for every experience level. Whether you’re just starting your broadcasting career or ready to make the leap into a larger market, Nexstar offers a broad range of opportunities. And that same market diversity allows Nexstar to give employees room to grow and progress in their careers. As your experience, ability, talent, and ambition grows, so too will your options within Nexstar Nation.
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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.
WOOD TV is currently in search of a Strategic Account Manager. This position will play an integral role with the Sales Team and focus primarily on Digital Sales, Digital Media Strategy and Digital Execution.
WOOD TV is owned by Nexstar Media – the country’s largest holder of TV stations and represents best-in-class digital products. These include but are not limited to:
- woodtv.com; OTT & Streaming Platforms; Display; Pre-Roll; SEM; Retargeting; Social Media Marketing; YouTube; various other 3rd party digital products
If you enjoy selling and implementing digital strategies, keeping up with the latest digital trends and products, and working in a team environment with a highly energetic and motivated sales force, then WOOD TV is where you want to work!
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with Sales Management and Account Executives to generate digital revenue.
Develop media strategies for growth based on advertiser goals.
Perform in-depth data analysis to deliver actionable insights & recommendations.
Evaluate KPIs and optimize campaign performance.
Digital order entry & updates.
Liaises between sales & production teams for developing marketing creative for clients, such as display banners, videos, emails, and other marketing material.
Assist sales executives with all aspects of the digital sales process including, but not limited to: Training, Order Entry, Campaign Monitoring and Coordination, Creative Requests, Creative Trafficking, Reporting, & Analytics.
Assist management with aspects of the digital sales operation including, but not limited to: Training, Digital Sales Materials, Campaign pacing, Campaign Coordination, Campaign Performance Metrics, Communication with both internal and external teams.
Assists with station contesting and sweepstakes.
Other duties as assigned.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
BA or BS in Marketing, Advertising, or Communications preferred.
Foundational knowledge of various digital marketing strategies including SEM, SEO, Social, Display, Video, OTT, Mobile and Addressable Solutions, Email and Digital Audio IS A MUST.
Google Analytics experience preferred.
Experience in digital marketing coordination or media sales preferred.
Significant knowledge of the local digital marketing services product offering and effective use for clients.
Motivated, enthusiastic, self-starter who can work effectively collaborating in a team environment.
Excellent critical thinking & problem-solving skills.
Able to multi-task and handle several projects at a time.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Design software ability a plus.
Experience with Wide Orbit, Monarch, ComScore, Nielsen are a plus.
IAB and/or Google AdWords Certification a plus.
Automotive & database digital marketing experience is also a plus.
written
Excellent follow-up, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Self-motivated, enthusiastic, self-starter who can work effectively both independently and collaborating in a team environment.
Fluency in English; with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
OUR VALUES
We respect our audience, customers, team members and owners. We encourage every individual’s contribution and personal growth. We honor diversity. We foster work environments that provide personal pride through job satisfaction and a balanced life. We embrace the communities in which we operate. We promote open communication, innovation, and creativity. We strive for excellence in all our endeavors. We are in the local content business, providing multiple platforms for news, entertainment, and successful marketing solutions, enriching each community we serve. Each of our television stations are local service businesses.
OPPORTUNITY
With markets ranging from small to major, Nexstar has a place for every experience level. Whether you’re just starting your broadcasting career or ready to make the leap into a larger market, Nexstar offers a broad range of opportunities. And that same market diversity allows Nexstar to give employees room to grow and progress in their careers. As your experience, ability, talent, and ambition grows, so too will your options within Nexstar Nation.
#LI-Onsite
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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Entry Level Strategy Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level strategy director job?
Employers hiring at this level typically look for demonstrated analytical thinking, exposure to frameworks like competitive analysis or market sizing, and evidence of strategic projects from coursework, internships, or extracurricular roles. A concise case study or capstone project that shows you can structure a problem and recommend a direction gives entry level candidates a real edge over those with only a resume to offer.
Which companies hire entry level strategy directors?
Companies hiring entry level strategy directors right now include Walmart, Optum, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from mid-size and large organizations that have structured strategy or corporate development teams with room for junior contributors.
Are there remote entry level strategy director jobs?
Yes, though most entry level strategy director roles still favor in-person or hybrid arrangements. About 30% of entry level strategy director openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so candidates with location flexibility will find more options, but on-site openings make up the bulk of postings at this stage.
Are these new grad strategy director jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically lists zero to two years of experience as acceptable, acknowledges internships or academic projects as qualifying background, or signals openness to candidates who demonstrate strong foundational thinking rather than a lengthy work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level strategy directors?
Entry Level strategy director roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they operate in fast-moving competitive environments where organizations build out strategy functions early and bring in junior talent to support research, planning, and decision-making pipelines.