Area Sales Director

Area Sales DirectorPhiladelphia, PAThis isn't a traditional sales role; it's a chance to build and operate a hyperlocal magazine in your community, backed by the support of an established national company. You'll build something of your own: developing your market, your client relationships, and working to grow a recurring revenue stream.If you're a relationship-driven seller ready to invest in building a business, this role blends sales, ownership, and community leadership into one unique opportunity.We're seeking an Area Sales Director (known to N2 as Area Directors) to launch, grow, and lead a Real Producers publication in your local market. If accepted, you'd operate as a local publisher: driving revenue, building partnerships with business owners, and shaping a magazine that reflects the heart of your community.Your first months will focus on establishing your territory and building your client base. From there, you grow an asset you own.This hybrid position involves a blend of in-person community engagement and work performed from your home office.Who You AreEntrepreneurial and self-directed: you're energized by building something, not just maintaining itA natural relationship-builder with consultative sales instinctsMotivated by helping local businesses grow and succeedConfident enough to trust N2's proven system and make it your ownWhat You'll DoConduct consultative meetings with local business owners to establish long-term advertising partnershipsBuild meaningful relationships within the community using a proven engagement modelConnect local businesses with their ideal customers through your publicationEngage with homeowners to capture authentic, community-driven contentManage your territory, sales pipeline, and publication operationsPartner with N2's national team for design, production, training, and ongoing supportLead your publication's growth as the face of Stroll in your marketWhat You'll LoveOwnership, Not Just Employment – Build and manage a local publication business in your marketFlexible Schedule – Design your workday around your lifeComprehensive Training – Proven, repeatable systems to guide your successAward-Winning Culture – Supportive, nationally recognized team behind youCommunity Impact – Become a connector and leader in your local areaOur average commission paid to the top Area Directors with one publication was more than $240,298* during the 2024-2025 fiscal year.The average yearly commission earned among the top 10% of Reporting Publications (the 11 highest earning publications out of 114 total) was $346,525. Within this group, the median was $302,302, the highest was $684,330, and the lowest was $243,135.Your financial results may differ. Important assumptions and qualifiers relating to this information can be found in Item 19 of our October 10, 2025 franchise disclosure document.The N2 Company helps small- to mid-sized businesses connect with affluent homeowners through high-quality monthly publications, targeted digital advertising, and creative community events. Our portfolio includes 800+ custom publications across brands including Stroll, BeLocal, Greet, Real Producers, and more.Real Producers celebrates the top real estate agents in local markets through a magazine written by and for the real estate community. Agents value Real Producers for the recognition and connection it provides. Local businesses benefit by building relationships with high-performing professionals in their area.RequirementsHigh school diploma or GEDUS ResidentAbility to operate a home-based business with local community engagement