Digital Advertising Sales Associate

USA TODAY Co., Inc.; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is seeking a motivated Sales Associate to join LocaliQ and the USA TODAY Network. This entry-level role lays the foundation for growth into Media Specialist and Account Executive positions, focusing on prospecting, lead generation, and customer engagement.

You will build prospect pipelines, use Salesforce, and collaborate with Sales Managers and Account Executives to drive territory growth while learning digital marketing solutions.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a desire to build a sales career.
• 1-3 years of experience in sales, customer service, account support, business development, or related fields.
• Experience using Salesforce or other CRM platforms.
• Experience working in a deadline-driven environment.
• Familiarity with digital marketing, advertising, media, or customer acquisition strategies.

Responsibilities

• Prospect new business through calls, emails, LinkedIn, referrals and other channels.
• Research local businesses and identify advertising opportunities.
• Build and maintain prospect lists using Salesforce and market tools.
• Schedule discovery meetings for Media Specialists and Account Executives.
• Support territories and transitions through business development activities.
• Create and develop new sales opportunities contributing to territory growth.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Highly organized

Multi-tasking

Customer service mindset

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is seeking a motivated Sales Associate to join LocaliQ and the USA TODAY Network. This entry-level role lays the foundation for growth into Media Specialist and Account Executive positions, focusing on prospecting, lead generation, and customer engagement.

You will build prospect pipelines, use Salesforce, and collaborate with Sales Managers and Account Executives to drive territory growth while learning digital marketing solutions.