Digital Advertising Specialist 2

Illinois Farm Bureau; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays & volunteer time off

Job summary

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking an advertising sales and production support professional to drive revenue across FarmWeek, FarmWeekNow.com, RFD Radio Network and Partners Magazine. You will handle classified ad sales, guide customers through ordering, and collaborate on promotional campaigns.

You will develop digital analytics dashboards for key stakeholders and may create print/digital ad designs as needed. The role requires 4+ years of related experience and a flexible, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.
• Strong communication and customer service skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to develop concepts and implement promotional and outreach marketing projects.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming and outgoing sales calls for classified ads across publications.
• Assist customers with ad ordering, duration, wording, payment and publishing.
• Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities to boost advertising revenue.
• Collaborate with team to develop promotional concepts and methods.
• Develop digital analytics reports for stakeholders including the Board.
• Create print and digital display ad designs upon request.

Skills

Advertising sales

Digital analytics

Creative design

Project collaboration

Customer service

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Tools

MS Office

Advertising platforms

Job description

Join us at the Illinois Farm Bureau to become part of an influential leader that has a rich history and vision toward the future of agriculture.

We’re excited you’re looking for a career with Illinois Farm Bureau as we advocate for farmers and agriculture. We’re a grassroots organization made up of people who support farms, food and families in Illinois.

About the role

Provides advertising sales and production support for Illinois Farm Bureau's (IFB) advertising and news platforms including FarmWeek, FarmWeekNow.com, RFD Radio Network, Partners magazine.

How does this role make an impact?

• Receives incoming and places outgoing sales calls regarding classified advertisements for assigned publications. Assists customers with classified ad ordering, duration, wording, payment and final publishing. Identifies upsell and cross-sell opportunities to increase advertising revenues across all platforms.
• Works as member of the advertising team to help develop concepts and methods to implement promotional and outreach marketing projects.
• Collaborates with team members and customers to understand specifications and organize projects to ensure specifications, deadlines and budget are met.
• Assists with developing digital analytics reports for key stakeholders, including the Board. Utilizes data to assist in decision-making regarding news content, messaging and promotion.
• May develop creative designs for print and digital display ads and other illustrations for IFB advertising and news platforms upon request.
• Exercises professional leadership by keeping abreast of current trends, developments, technology and new opportunities within field of responsibility.

Do you have what we're looking for?

Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

• Normal office environment.
• Limited lifting for moving equipment and displays weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Extensive computer work.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Base Pay Range:

$62,000-$85,250

Incentive Pay:

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.

Why work with us?

Illinois Farm Bureau planted roots in 1916 and is one of the largest Farm Bureau organizations in the United States. Illinois Farm Bureau is a voice for Illinois farmers, farm families, and anyone involved in food and agriculture. That covers a lot of ground. Illinois Farm Bureau represents members in Springfield, IL and Washington D.C. When you become a part of Illinois Farm Bureau, you become part of something that touches the lives of people every day. You truly make a difference.

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match, parental leave, paid time off, paid company holidays and time off to volunteer.

Illinois Farm Bureau is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Illinois Farm Bureau does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.