Now Hiring - Mid-Atlantic Media - Media And Communication Advertising Sales Executive in Columbia, MD

Full description of the position

Mid-Atlantic Media (MAM), a dynamic media company based in Columbia, Maryland, has an opening for an advertising sales executive to join our team of "revenue hunters." A tremendous opportunity for a sales professional to walk in on day one with a significant, solid legacy book of business.

The position requires a major focus on developing new business for print and digital platforms. Secondarily, the media sales executive will be expected to manage an active, legacy book of advertising customers to reach established monthly budgets. The media sales executive will also have the opportunity to sell across any of MAM's brands, including Baltimore Jewish Times, Baltimore’s Child, Baltimore Style, Consumer’s Eye Magazine, Frederick’s Child, Home Services Magazine, Philadelphia Jewish Exponent, Delaware Valley’s MetroKids Magazine, Montgomery Magazine, Washington Family and Washington Jewish Week. The media sales executive will also have the opportunity to sell MAM’s customized digital suite of products.

This is a chance to be the “one-stop shop” for any advertising prospect. Sky is the limit with earning potential. Typical 1st year earnings for an entry level salesperson is between $60k-to-$65k. An experienced sales professional typically earn over $75k first year. Our top sales execs earn well over $100k because they are strategic, know how to hunt for new business, and understand how to grow relationships with their customers.

Sales candidates need to be motivated to make money, competitive, excellent communication skills, high energy, work well under pressure, and multi-task. Candidates should possess technical competencies including typing and familiar with Office 365 programs and CRM's. Candidates should have a minimum two (2) years’ experience in advertising sales. Strong understanding of digital media. Familiar with building customer relationships and cross selling techniques. However, we will be interested in candidates that have a bachelors degree in business or communications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbia, MD 21045: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person