Digital Specialist

DP Media Network, LLC; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k

PTO

Paid holidays

Cell phone stipend

Mileage reimbursement

Commission bonuses

Job summary

Denver Post Media, a leading local media company, seeks an experienced Digital Sales Executive to blend digital marketing consulting with sales acumen. You’ll manage a client book, craft tailored digital campaigns, and close opportunities while coordinating with internal teams for optimal performance.

This Denver-based role supports remote work within Colorado, requiring periodic in-person client meetings and team events to drive growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience selling a suite of digital solutions.
• Masterful understanding of paid search, social, programmatic display, email, sponsored content, mobile and video.
• Ability to diagnose business needs to develop customized solutions.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Salesforce and Excel.
• Familiarity with data and analytics to inform strategy.
• 4 year degree or equivalent amount of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maximize an existing book of business.
• Develop and execute prospecting strategies to uncover new opportunities.
• Assess prospective advertising partners' goals through needs assessments.
• Create customized digital marketing solutions to present to clients.
• Present solutions and close business opportunities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams for campaign setup, execution and retention.
• Engage in a team-driven, collaborative environment.
• Attend periodic in-person team meetings and client engagements.

Skills

Digital marketing solutions sales

Paid search

Social advertising

Programmatic display

Data & analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Google Suite

Salesforce

Excel

Job description

Summary:

Denver Post Media is seeking an experienced digital marketing expert to fill the role of Digital Sales Executive. The ideal candidate for the DSE position will be a unique blend of digital marketing consultant, sales specialist, team motivator, and analytical thinker. Not only will they bring a breadth of experience in multiple areas of digital marketing, but they will also bring intangibles including active listening, empathy, positivity, collaboration and organization. While this is a remote role in Colorado, you must be able to attend in person meetings at the Denver office and with clients.

What you will do:

• Manage and maximize an existing book of business
• Develop and execute prospecting strategies to uncover new business opportunities
• Actively understand the goals of prospective advertising partners through engaging needs assessments
• Creating compelling, customized digital marketing solutions to present to prospective advertising partners
• Present customized solutions and close business opportunities
• Partner with cross functional teams to ensure proper campaign setup, execution, and retention
• Contribute to a collaborative and team focused environment
• Join periodic in-person team building and community engagement opportunities
• Leverage the agility of a small-business feel with the backing and resources of a national organization
• Engage in an atmosphere of continuous learning and growth
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same

What you will bring:

• Experience selling a suite of digital solutions
• Masterful understanding of Paid Search, Social, Programmatic Display, Email, Sponsored Content, Mobile and Video
• Ability to diagnose business needs to develop and communicate customized solutions
• Proficiency in the Google Suite, Salesforce and Excel
• Familiarity with data and analytics to make strategic updates and recommendations
• 4 year degree or equivalent amount of work experience

Benefits and Compensation:

The hourly wage is $28.85 + cell phone stipend, mileage reimbursement, and commission (on-target earning potential is $120,000).

In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays

• medical
• dental
• life and disability insurance
• 401k
• paid time off
• select paid holidays

(all benefits are based on eligibility).

Who we are:

With a rich history of innovation, engagement, and results, Denver Post Media, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, offers expert guidance to advertising partners throughout Colorado and beyond. We offer a complete suite of multimedia marketing solutions all under one roof, providing unparalleled resources and expertise. As a Premier Google Partner, Microsoft Advertising Select Partner, and Facebook Business Partner (alongside Adtaxi), we deliver comprehensive and effective advertising campaigns. Our work is driven by a deeper purpose: to do right by our clients, make a positive impact on our community, and have some fun in the process. “4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026”

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Conditions of Employment:

• A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
• Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
• Must be available for shift work.
• May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

We are people first. Our people are our differentiator. Together, we are reinventing an industry. Transforming the future of media we pride ourselves on sharing engaging stories that inform, inspire, and connect with readers across a diverse collection of trusted local media brands. MediaNews Group is a leader in local, multi-platform news and information, distinguished by its award-winning, original content and high quality, diversified portfolio of local media assets. We offer local news and information web sites and mobile apps offering rich multimedia experiences across the nation. MediaNews Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.