- Meet or exceed print and digital advertising revenue targets within the assigned territory
- Develop expert-level knowledge of CherryRoad Media advertising products, including print publications, digital platforms, branded content, and marketing services
- Prospect, present, and sell traditional and emerging non-traditional advertising solutions to new and existing advertisers
- Follow sales processes including Pipeline Management, Gap Analysis, lead tracking, and CRM documentation
- Conduct client needs assessments and recommend advertising tactics with measurable results
- Maintain regular in-person client engagement to strengthen relationships, promote retention, and grow accounts
- Deliver customer service to support long-term advertiser satisfaction and renewals
- Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and territory performance
- Communicate insights and revenue forecasts to management
- Represent CherryRoad Media professionally, with integrity and ethical business practices
Requirements
- Knowledge of the competitive media landscape for new business development and sales analysis
- Ability to prospect new business through cold calling, social media, and other prospecting techniques
- Ability to close new business and exceed sales targets
- Track record of overcoming rejection and achieving results
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and effective presentation ability
- Strong networking and community involvement skills
- Eagerness to learn and improve sales skills
- Strong time management and follow-up abilities
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Computer and software experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Valid state driver's license and/or reliable transportation
- Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Marketing, or Business preferred, or equivalent work experience in a media-related business
- Minimum of one year of sales experience, preferably in outside sales
- Prior experience in digital marketing sales highly desirable
- Ability to work in office, remote, and community-based settings
- Ability to attend regular in-person client meetings
- Ability to travel locally within the assigned territory and daily within the community
- Flexibility for occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for extended periods
- Ability to use computers, mobile devices, and office equipment frequently
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. for transporting marketing materials and equipment
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in advertising sales, including print and digital platforms, with a strong focus on client relationship management and revenue growth. Proficient in sales processes, market analysis, and effective communication to drive business development and customer satisfaction.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Advertising Sales
- Client Relationship Management
- Market Analysis
- Sales Process Management
- Digital Marketing Sales
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
- Sales Analysis
- Prospecting Techniques
- Cold Calling
- CRM Documentation
- Pipeline Management
- Gap Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
Soft Skills
- Strong Verbal Communication
- Effective Presentation Skills
- Networking Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
Certifications & Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Sales
- Bachelor's Degree in Marketing
- Bachelor's Degree in Business
Industry Keywords
- Print Advertising
- Digital Advertising
- Branded Content
- Marketing Services
- Media Landscape
- Client Engagement
- Revenue Forecasting
- Community Involvement
- Customer Service
- Sales Targets