Advertising Sales Representative

If you have a winning attitude and are highly motivated, The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has an exciting sales position selling integrated, multi-media advertising plans. This position is responsible for generating revenue through the sale of all our print and digital advertising products. • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or communications or commensurate work experience • 1 year of media experience, preferably digital marketing is required • Prior experience with digital and print advertising sales experience preferred • An understanding and passion for digital marketing including paid search, paid social, streaming radio, CTV, email marketing and YELP • Experience in consultative selling process, including pre-call discovery and setting appointments, completing a comprehensive needs analysis with potential clients, creating proposals, and presenting and closing business • Ability to use a CRM to track sales activity and revenue • The ability to use research materials and data to create marketing solution proposals using PowerPoint • The ability to assist clients with advertising copy and coordinating the production and scheduling of advertising in collaboration with other departments Aggressive sales activity is expected • Strong client and agency contacts; well networked • Strong desire to bring positive energy and strong sales activity to the team • Keen ability to identify and present big picture concepts, yet pay attention to detail • Flawless written and verbal communication skills • Ability to multitask and balance the needs of multiple departments within the company • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products, CRM and other internal systems • Outstanding customer service skills required • Desire to be proficient in Post-Gazette products and services across digital, print and event categories • Reliable car transportation and valid driver's license required Experience: • Sales: 1 year (Required) • Managing Accounts: 1 year (Preferred) • Digital Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)