Advertising Sales Representatives
RED APPLE MEDIA, part of the Red Apple Group, is expanding the advertising sales department at 77 Talk Radio WABC (New York City) and Talk Radio 107.1 WLIR-FM (Hampton Bays). Advertising Sales is a full-time position. We are always searching for highly competitive and motivated recent college graduates as well as recognized top advertising sales performers with three to five years’ experience to sell the group’s broadcast and digital products plus one-of-a-kind event packages.
Advertising Sales Representatives – sometimes called Account Executives – are responsible for identifying potential clients and developing new businesses through networking and cold calling. When meeting with a potential client, the sales representative presents information about all of the advertising services offered and how it can help grow the potential client’s business. Other duties include preparing media kits / sales presentations, negotiating and closing deals, entering sales orders, writing commercial copy, preparing reports and following up with clients and potential clients.
Requirements:
- Top performer with proven track record of over-achieving goals
- Superb interpersonal, communication and listening skills with the ability to build relationships
- Highly competitive, resourceful and able to overcome challenges
- Ability to speak persuasively in a one-on-one or group setting
- Familiar with advertising / marketing principles, the media landscape and emerging technologies
- Appreciation for process, performance measurement and a results-oriented sales approach
- Ability to prospect new clientele by networking, cold calling, canvassing or referrals
- Bachelor’s Degree
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation with uncapped earning potential
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance package
- 401(k) for the long term
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Great work environment
For immediate consideration, CLICK HERE to email your resume and a cover letter highlighting your sales achievements to jobs@wabcradio.com. No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Red Apple Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer
