Advertising Account Manager

Account Manager - Edible Asheville

Part-Time | Flexible Schedule | Commission + Monthly Retainer

Edible Asheville is an award-winning food and lifestyle magazine, now entering its 11th year in business. We are seeking an outgoing, motivated Account Manager to help local businesses grow through thoughtful, creative marketing partnerships.

This is a sales role - ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, networking in the community, and helping businesses tell their story through print, digital, social media, and editorial marketing campaigns.

Our magazine focuses on the food, drink, and lifestyle culture of Western North Carolina, and our advertisers range from restaurants and breweries to wellness brands, tourism organizations, farms, makers, retailers, and design businesses.

What You’ll Do

Recruit new advertising and marketing clients
Build relationships with local business owners and marketing directors
Attend networking events, restaurant openings, festivals, and community gatherings
Conduct marketing consultations to understand client goals
Develop creative marketing ideas and proposals
Maintain relationships with current advertisers and help renew long-term partnerships
Stay informed on Asheville business news, new openings, and regional trends

Compensation

$500 monthly retainer
20% commission on all sales
Additional bonuses available for high performers
Flexible contractor position, set your own schedule and work remotely

Most Account Managers work approximately 6–8 hours per week to meet baseline goals, though earnings increase significantly with additional sales activity and relationship-building.

What We’re Looking For

Strong communication and people skills
Comfortable with sales outreach and follow-up
Self-motivated and organized
Interest in Asheville’s food, drink, arts, wellness, and small business community
Comfortable networking and initiating conversations with business owners
Marketing or sales experience is a strong plus - but personality, professionalism, and initiative also matter

Important Note

This role is not passive account maintenance. Success requires proactive outreach, relationship-building, and consistent follow-up with prospective clients. The people who thrive in this position enjoy connecting with others, generating ideas, and taking initiative.

Why People Enjoy This Role

Flexible schedule with autonomy
Opportunity to become deeply connected in Asheville’s business and food community
Creative, collaborative environment
Access to local events, openings, tastings, and networking opportunities
Ability to help shape meaningful marketing campaigns for local businesses
Commission structure that rewards long-term relationship building

To apply, please send a resume and a short note introducing yourself and explaining why this role interests you.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $500.00 - $2,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Experience:

Sales: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Asheville, NC 28801 (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Asheville, NC 28801