Marketing Consultant

Shelby County Newsmedia, Inc., an award-winning media company in one of Alabama’s fastest-growing, most affluent counties, has a need for a Marketing Consultant to fill a sales position in an established territory. As a Marketing Consultant with Shelby County Newsmedia, Inc., you will be responsible for selling digital marketing, print advertising and advertising solutions to local businesses within a given geographic territory. You will participate in revenue generating sales activities, including prospecting, new business development, product demonstrations and proposals to clients. This position will have a strong focus on prospecting and new business development. Familiarity with Birmingham-Metro area is a bonus. Experience in digital advertising is also beneficial. Aggressively prospect, develop and close leads using a variety of sources Work directly with businesses to discuss and understand their needs and then develop customized solutions to drive leads to their business Own entire sales process from prospecting to completion of the sale Ability to utilize technology to engage clients Meet and exceed individual monthly sales goals Manage accounts from start to finish Do you have what it takes to be successful in this role? A track record of exceeding sales quotas and expectations Strong business development focus, willing to prospect and uncover new digital advertisers and drive to develop opportunities from prospect level through to deal close An understanding and passion for the digital world we live in, including social media and digital advertising Individually driven to work in a highly competitive environment where success is the only option The ability to create solutions that meet the needs of clients and help their businesses grow Content creation such as videos and campaigns is a plus Relentless persistence in a competitive marketplace Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience Digital advertising sales is preferred but not required Team player with a strong work ethic Ability to sell across different media platforms Maintain a high level of sales activity each day Excellent verbal and written communication skills and solid computer skills Based in the Birmingham-metro area, Shelby County Newsmedia, Inc., publishes three weekly newspapers, 10 lifestyle magazines in Jefferson and Shelby counties, and a variety of websites and other web-based media. Compensation plan includes base weekly salary, aggressive commission and bonus plan, health/dental insurance, 401(k), paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan, and paid holidays and sick leave. No phone calls, faxes or walk-ins, please. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly for interviews. #J-18808-Ljbffr Shelby County Newsmedia, Inc.