What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advertising Sales Representative position at Hearst Connecticut Media Group?
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Digital Sales Executive to join our advertising team at Hearst Connecticut Media Group. As a key member of our sales force, you will be responsible for developing and managing a sales pipeline and building new business relationships with local advertisers throughout Connecticut.
You will work closely with your customers to promote compelling solutions that best fit their marketing needs. This includes leveraging our rich history, extensive audience reach, and best-in-class advertising solutions to drive results. As an advocate for the customer within Hearst Connecticut Media Group, you will work in cooperation with other departments to ensure we meet and exceed customer expectations both in performance and process.
Hearst Newspapers operates on a hybrid work week schedule, providing flexibility and work-life balance. Our dynamic environment is perfect for motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced settings.
- Lead Generation: Call on local small to medium-sized businesses to showcase the value of our digital media advertising products, including social media, display, video, programmatic, SEO/SEM, and traditional advertisements.
- Product Expertise: Become an expert on our digital and print products/services through comprehensive training and ongoing support.
Implement marketing strategies, deliver effective sales presentations, and consistently earn, retain, and increase revenue. - Advertising Solutions: Create engaging advertising solutions to solve clients' business needs.
- Client Solutions: Recommend new products and promotional opportunities to current clients and handle objections efficiently.