Audience Development Specialist

Hagadone Media Group; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Growth opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

The Coeur d'Alene Press, a division of Hagadone Media Group, is seeking an energetic Audience Development Specialist to grow our print and digital subscriber base throughout North Idaho. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys sales, relationship building, customer service, and making a measurable impact in their community.

Based in Coeur d'Alene, ID, you will build subscription sales through outbound calls, develop relationships with local businesses, and promote print and digital packages

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or call center experience preferred.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Build new subscription sales through outbound calls and community outreach.
• Develop relationships with local businesses and community organizations.
• Prospect for new customers through referrals and lead generation.
• Promote print and digital subscription packages.
• Follow up with prospects via phone, email, and text.
• Maintain accurate CRM records.
• Meet monthly sales and activity goals.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Support subscriber retention initiatives.
• Collaborate with marketing and customer service teams.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

HS diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Do you enjoy talking with people? Are you competitive, goal-oriented, and motivated by earning commissions? Are you looking for a career, not just another job? The Coeur d'Alene Press, a division of Hagadone Media Group, is seeking an energetic Audience Development Specialist to help grow our print and digital subscriber base throughout North Idaho. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys sales, relationship building, customer service, and making a measurable impact in their community.

Key Responsibilities

• Build new subscription sales through outbound calls and community outreach.
• Develop relationships with local businesses and community organizations.
• Prospect for new customers through referrals and lead generation.
• Promote print and digital subscription packages.
• Follow up with prospects via phone, email, and text.
• Maintain accurate CRM records.
• Meet monthly sales and activity goals.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Support subscriber retention initiatives.
• Collaborate with marketing and customer service teams.

What Makes You Successful

• Positive, energetic, and self-motivated.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Competitive with high integrity.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Coachable and eager to learn.
• Persistent and resilient.
• Driven by personal achievement and financial success.

Qualifications

• Sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or call center experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM software.
• Previous sales experience is a plus, but paid training is provided

Benefits

• Starting Salary: $36,000 Annually + Uncapped Commission + Growth Opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities

Work Location

• In-person role based in Coeur d'Alene, ID (relocation required if not local)

Hagadone Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its newsroom and workplace.