Join our team immediately
Posted: Apr 17, 2008 by Bill White
The Weekly Volcano is the alternative newsweekly for the South Puget Sound. We are a small company with a great team, flexible workplace, and significant contacts in the community.
We are looking for an advertising sales account executive to contribute to the Weekly Volcano’s growing success.
The ideal advertising sales account executive is a results-oriented, energetic, self-starter with a strong track record. This person will become a key part of our marketing and sales team, contribute to our advertising sales strategy, and sell advertising with a cheerful, consultative sales approach.
Work with existing clients to design the best advertising packages for their needs
Use entrepreneurial skills to entice new clients
Work with advertising agencies to build awareness about the weekly Volcano.
Develop and manage customer relations and sales
Assist with optimization of advertising serving programs
Participate in setting and executing sales strategy
Reports to the Sales Director
2-3 years in advertising sales, online experience and knowledge of Tacoma/Olympia market a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer savvy: software, online sales terminology
Some understanding of graphic design a plus
Base pay plus commission
Benefits: health coverage, 401K
Applications must be e-mailed. Please follow these instructions carefully to ensure you are considered for the position:
Attach to an e-mail a cover letter, resume and list of references in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Make the subject of the e-mail “account executive.”
Send the e-mail to advertising@weeklyvolcano.com. We will acknowledge receipt. No phone calls or other correspondence, please.
Application deadline: position open until filled.