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Linda Hudson

Director Fo Sales at WCPO 9 News

Linda Hudson has an extensive work experience in the media and advertising industry. Linda started their career in 1981 as a Disc Jockey and Salesperson at WKFI/WSWO Radio Stations. Linda then worked as a Weekend Weather and Commercial Services employee at WKEF TV from 1987 to 1991. From 1989 to 1991, they were an Account Executive at Act One, where they managed local commercial content for multiple cable networks in Cincinnati. Linda then joined Time Warner Cable Media in 1991 as an Account Executive until 2006. Linda continued working with Time Warner Media Sales as a Local Sales Manager from 2006 to 2016. During that time, Linda was responsible for overseeing sales operations and managing a team. In 2016, they joined WCPO-TV, initially serving as an Integrated Sales Manager, where they worked with a team to deliver effective cross-screen marketing solutions. Currently, Linda holds the position of Director of Sales at WCPO-TV, where they are responsible for implementing innovative marketing strategies and managing the sales direction of the station.

Linda Hudson has a diverse education history that includes studies in broadcast journalism, public relations, creative writing, and public speaking. Linda attended the American School of Broadcasting from 1980 to 1982, focusing on broadcast journalism. During the same period, they also studied public relations at Southern State Community College. In 1982, Linda enrolled at Cincinnati Christian University to pursue their interests in creative writing. Additionally, they pursued studies in public speaking at Wilmington College (OH) in the same year.

In terms of certifications, Linda obtained a Google Sales Certification in September 2016. Linda also holds an IAB Certified certification, although the details about the institution and the year of obtaining are not provided.

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Timeline

  • Director Fo Sales

    January, 2019 - present

  • Integrated Sales Manager

    May, 2016