What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multimedia Sales Manager position at Tri-state Defender?
The Tri-State Defender is an African-American newspaper that is 73 years old this year. The successful sales manager will work with the Publisher to sell digital ads for the E-Edition, TSDMemphis.com, and TSD Daily Digital.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with clients
- Create compelling sales pitches for new clients
- Sell the company's products and services
- Complete all paperwork relating to a sale
- Perform research on the competition's services
- Contact potential clients to inform them about the Tri-State Defenders products and services.
Qualifications
- A degree in marketing or a related field
- Proven experience in media sales and client acquisition
- Experience in digital advertising/marketing is highly desirable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong negotiation and influence skills
- Ability to gauge client needs
- Computer skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel and PowerPoint software