Advertising Sales Account Executive *Hybrid- Face to Face client meetings required*

Armed with print, digital, and marketing strategies and products, Tampa Bay Times representatives are part of a company committed to their professional growth and success, as well as the success of their customers. From our years of experience in sales and marketing, we see these traits in our best sales and marketing professionals: This position requires in territory face-to -face selling via cold calling, set appointments and networking meetings.Sales Growth: Identify, pursue, and close potential new print and digital advertising opportunities through a variety of solution-oriented sales strategies.Lead Generation: Generate and cultivate new sales leads and create compelling advertising plans to drive business growth. Previous Print/Media Sales Experience preferred.At least one (1) year of prior sales experience required. At least one (1) year of prior digital advertising experience selling products such as websites, banner advertising, SEM/SEO, social media, and email marketing.Must have the ability to identify the current needs of client base and communicate the benefits of our product suite as they relate to each need.Possess the ability to research problems and provide client focused solutions.Demonstrate the ability to grow market share.Proficient in face-to-face sales calls including upselling, appointment setting and cold calling.Ability to effectively articulate our company and product value propositions.Must be a team player and have a passion for creating and executing client focused, results driven ideas with the ability to provide effective advertising solutions.Valid Driver’s License is required for travel within the assigned territory.