Job Posting: Advertising Sales Consultant (Outside & Inside Sales)

Location:(Flexible/Remote options available)

About Us:
Reaves & Williams Publishing Group is looking for passionate and driven Advertising Sales Consultants to join our growing team! Whether you thrive in face-to-face business-to-business (B2B) sales or excel in inside sales and outbound calls, we have the perfect opportunity for you. This flexible role offers contractor and part-time options, making it ideal for candidates with a passion for sales, media, and helping businesses succeed.

What You'll Do:

• Develop & Sell: Work with businesses to craft powerful advertising solutions across print, digital, and multi-channel marketing platforms.

• Build Relationships: Connect with local business owners, marketing professionals, and decision-makers to understand their goals and needs.

• Drive Revenue: Sell advertising packages across multiple platforms, including newspapers, magazines, websites, and social media.

• Create Impactful Campaigns: Collaborate with our creative team to develop eye-catching, results-driven ads.

• Utilize Data & Trends: Stay ahead of industry trends, use market research to drive decisions, and leverage analytics to optimize campaigns.

• Make Outbound Sales Calls (Inside Sales Role): Engage with businesses over the phone, uncover needs, and pitch compelling advertising solutions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven Sales Skills: Experience in advertising, digital marketing, media sales, or B2B sales is preferred.

• A Go-Getter Attitude: You love setting goals, exceeding expectations, and seeing your clients succeed.

• Digital & Print Marketing Knowledge: Understanding of online advertising (Google Ads, social media, SEO) and/or print marketing is a plus.

• Excellent Communication: Ability to craft persuasive sales pitches and build strong relationships with clients.

• Self-Motivated & Organized: Ability to manage your own sales pipeline and work independently.

• Goal-Oriented: Determined to meet and exceed sales targets.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Contractor and part-time options available.

• Supportive Team: Join a dynamic and creative group passionate about media and community.

• Growth Potential: Expand your career with a growing publishing group that values innovation and results.

• Community-Minded: Opportunity to engage with the community through meetings, volunteering, and more.

Benefits (for some positions, depending on role):

• Dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Application Questions:

• If you were to create a top ten list of businesses to meet with and sell advertising, which industries or specific businesses would be your top priorities, and why?

• Tell me about a time you set a challenging sales goal for yourself. What was your strategy to achieve it, and what was the outcome?

• How do you handle rejection in sales, and what steps do you take to stay motivated after a tough day?

• Describe a situation where you had to educate a client on the value of a product or service they were hesitant about. How did you approach it, and what was the result?

• Success in this role is driven by motivation, a willingness to learn, and strong communication skills. Can you share an example of a time you stepped into a new challenge, learned quickly, and achieved success? How did you adapt and grow in that situation?

• This role requires meeting with advertisers daily, maintaining a professional appearance, and having reliable transportation to visit clients. How do you typically plan your day to ensure you stay organized, meet appointments on time, and present yourself professionally in every interaction?

• In sales, hitting targets is essential. Can you give an example of a time when you set a challenging goal for yourself—whether in sales or another role—and walk me through how you achieved (or exceeded) it? What strategies did you use, and what did you learn from the experience?

• Based on your experience and work style, how many businesses do you think you could realistically visit in a day while maintaining a high level of professionalism and effectiveness? How would you structure your day to maximize efficiency?

To Apply:
If you're motivated, self-driven, and ready to make a difference in local media, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a short cover letter highlighting why you'd be a great fit for this role.

To fast-track your interview and showcase your skills using Google Docs, please complete this application link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAfabBYw7evRhBMg64vWNVJykb1zRyjVzL9FA2h6YgWetZdw/viewform

This is a Print / Digital / Broadcast / Event / Sponsorship media opportunity. Join our team and help local businesses grow with the power of advertising!