Advertising Director

Advertising Director

The primary role of this position will be to manage the development of our Advertising Sales Team. This position focuses on developing revenues from new advertisers and growing revenue from existing advertisers. The Advertising Director will support, plan, and execute newspaper branded programs and advertising initiatives within the department. In addition, the Advertising Director will serve as an integral part of the newspaper’s leadership team.

Responsibilities:

• Train and support Sales Representatives


• Set monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue goals for team and individuals


• Track progress of revenue goals for team and individuals


• Provide good customer service


• Follow through to maintain long-term client relationships


• Manage multiple priorities across a variety of platforms


• Work with Publisher to ensure department is meeting company expectations


• Coordinate projects in support of advertising revenue achievement


• Complete administrative tasks/reports as required


• Work with company-wide sales initiatives

Qualifications:

• Previous sales experience required


• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under tight deadlines


• Results oriented and high achiever


• Positive attitude


• Attention to detail and high level of accountability


• Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities


• Self-starter who can set and manage priorities


• Considered to be a strong coach and motivator


• Communicate effectively with peers, superiors, and customers


• Maintain dependability and professionalism


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office/Teams


• Ability to learn new computer programs

Compensation:

• Base Pay


• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Paid time-off


• Sick leave


• 401K

If you are looking to evolve, grow, and deliver custom solutions, please email your cover letter and resume by Monday, December 2.

The Wheeling Intelligencer is part of Ogden Newspapers, Inc. Founded in 1890, Ogden Newspapers has since grown to over 40 daily newspapers, along with a number of weeklies and a magazine division stretching from New York to Hawaii.