Employment Opportunities

Account Executive- Digital Sales (StarTribune.com)

Posting Date:

2008-10-17

Posting #:

1043

Department:

Interactive Media/Direct Marketing

Status:

FT- Exempt

Pay Range:

$25,000 base plus commission plan based online product sales.

Hours:

40+

Job Description:
Emerging Technologies: Works specifically with StarTribune E-mail, newsletter, mobile, and digital video advertising.

Search Engine: Responsible for all search engine marketing and sales and works with new and existing accounts. Will work collaboratively with print reps.

The following three positions serve as a consultative expert for online advertising, marketing and digital products with a specific focus listed above. Each position will be responsible for effectively facilitating sales activities by prospecting, developing client relationships and identifying products and services that meet their needs. Will work with advertising decision makers demonstrating the benefits of StarTribune.com digital products. Will act as a resource for the online sales team, recommending product/service improvements and knowledge of industry trends.

Qualifications:

Must have min. 1+ years sales experience with strong preference for business to business sales experience. Demonstrated experience in forming and maintaining effective relationships with marketers with proven results in increasing revenue. Working knowledge of online consumer purchasing or experience in online media preferred. Requires strong interpersonal, negotiation, communication and presentation skills along with the ability to timely establish product value leading to a closed sale. Must be able to effectively manage multiple demands and keep current to rapidly changing information. Requires reliable vehicle, valid driver's license/insurance. Degree in marketing, communications, advertising or related field strongly preferred.