Remote | Flexible Schedule | Hourly + 10% Commission

The Munising Beacon is developing an expanded advertising sales and business development position focused on building relationships with businesses, organizations and community partners while identifying and developing new revenue opportunities for the company.

This is not intended to be a traditional high-pressure sales position. We are looking for someone who can build relationships, listen to what a client is trying to accomplish and connect that client with the right combination of Beacon products, services and creative opportunities.

We also want someone who can recognize opportunities we haven't developed yet and help turn good ideas into viable products, partnerships and revenue streams.

Responsibilities may include:

Developing new advertising accounts

Maintaining and growing assigned client relationships

Print advertising sales

Website and digital advertising

Newsletter sponsorships

Event and community sponsorships

Sports, streaming and podcast sponsorships

Special sections and special publications

Insert advertising and distribution opportunities

Advertising and branding packages

Creative-service packages

Developing opportunities involving posters, flyers, social media graphics, logos, business cards and other design services

Helping clients develop advertising campaigns and promotional concepts

Developing school, sports and community advertising opportunities

Identifying and developing regional advertising opportunities

Identifying new partnerships, products and revenue streams

Identifying, pursuing or assisting with grant opportunities

Helping develop recurring and long-term revenue opportunities

Maintaining accurate sales and client records

Following up on leads and developing a consistent sales pipeline

Working with editorial, design and management teams to coordinate client projects

Proposed Compensation:

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ADVERTISING SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE