Sales Development Representative (Advertising Sales Assistant)

About the role

Join the Powerhouse: Launch Your Sales Career at Times Union Media Group! At Times Union Media Group, we don’t believe in average—we aim for extraordinary! As a leader in the media industry, we provide powerful, multimedia solutions that drive success for our clients. Now, we’re expanding our team and looking for driven, dynamic, and energetic Sales Development Representative (Advertising Sales Assistant) to join us on this exciting journey!

Responsibilities

• Accelerate our sales pipeline by prospecting new business opportunities.
• Set goals, target markets, and email blast messaging and campaign schedules.
• Expand our advertiser footprint across Hearst Connecticut Media Group.
• Work closely with the Sales and Marketing teams to execute targeted prospecting strategies.
• Engage potential customers and actively drive new business.

Requirements

• Driven, dynamic, and energetic personality.
• Outgoing, persuasive, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify, qualify, nurture, and sell to high-quality leads.
• Experience in sales or customer service preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in sales or customer service.
• Passion for sales and a desire to succeed.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

At Hearst Newspapers, we offer:

• Upward mobility: Join our team with the intention of launching your career.
• Dynamic environment: A great work environment where it's never boring.
• Comprehensive training: Paid in-depth sales and product training.
• Competitive compensation: Competitive base salary with uncapped commissions for unlimited earning potential.
• Collaborative culture: Ideas and input are always welcome.

Pay

The expected base salary for this role is $45,000, with additional incentives based on individual performance. Final starting salary decisions are based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, training, certifications, and education.

Schedule

This role is a hybrid role, requiring you to be in the office 3 days a week in the Albany, NY office.