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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Advertising Sales Representative to join our dynamic sales team. In this role, you will be responsible for selling advertising space and media time to businesses and individuals. You will work closely with clients to understand their advertising needs and develop customized solutions that help them achieve their marketing goals.
As an Advertising Sales Representative, you will identify potential clients, make sales presentations, and maintain strong relationships with existing customers. You will also collaborate with internal teams such as marketing, creative, and production to ensure that client campaigns are executed effectively and on time. The ideal candidate is a persuasive communicator with a strong understanding of advertising trends and a passion for helping clients succeed.
This position requires excellent interpersonal skills, a results-driven attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You should be comfortable making cold calls, attending networking events, and negotiating contracts. A background in sales, marketing, or media is highly desirable.
Key benefits of this role include the opportunity to work with a variety of clients across different industries, a competitive commission structure, and the chance to be part of a creative and supportive team. If you are a self-starter who enjoys building relationships and closing deals, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Identify and contact potential clients to sell advertising opportunities
- Develop and deliver sales presentations to prospective clients
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Negotiate advertising rates and contracts
- Collaborate with creative and marketing teams to develop ad campaigns
- Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets
- Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client communications
- Attend networking events and trade shows to generate leads
- Provide excellent customer service and follow-up support
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience in sales or advertising
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong negotiation and closing abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Familiarity with digital and traditional advertising platforms
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or a related field preferred
- Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to handle multiple clients and projects simultaneously
- Positive attitude and a passion for sales
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in advertising or media sales?
- How do you approach building relationships with new clients?
- Can you describe a successful advertising campaign you sold?
- How do you stay motivated to meet sales targets?
- What strategies do you use to handle objections from clients?
- How do you prioritize your sales leads and follow-ups?
- Are you comfortable making cold calls and attending networking events?
- What CRM tools have you used in previous roles?
- How do you stay current with advertising trends and technologies?
- Why are you interested in this role and our company?
