Sales Agent

We are seeking a high-energy, bright and enthusiastic individual who is comfortable and completely at home in both a traditional sales and digital sales environment.

The incumbent will be responsible for selling advertising space to existing and potential advertisers and provide necessary servicing for a full product range of print and digital solutions. Solicit business from potential advertisers through the use of effective sales presentations, strategies and customer demographics. Develop advertising strategies, layouts and ad copy to increase sales to existing accounts and to attract new advertisers.
- Maintain and increase advertising revenues for all Brandon Sun products including Print, Online and Special Features.
- Provide excellent customer service. Liaise between customer, credit department, and production department and resolve any issues which may arise.
- Maintain regular customer contact by personal visits and telephone daily.
- Work with creative services department to create and design advertising campaign layouts and strategies.
- Prepare sales presentations with research tailored to specific customer target markets.
- Service customer accounts, including billing, ad placement, production, quality, etc.
- Conduct all transactions in a professional manner, with integrity.
- Perform weekly, monthly and yearly account revenue analysis.
- Attend client functions as required
- 3 - 5 years of experience in advertising sales.
- Knowledge of digital advertising, including social media an asset.
- Excellent oral and written presentation skills
- Post Secondary education in Marketing/Sales is an asset or equivalent work experience.
- Strong computer skills are essential, along with knowledge of the internet.
- The ability to work in a team environment and thrive in a busy, high-energy workplace.

**Salary**: From $30,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Commission pay

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person