Job Title: Sponsorship Sales Rep
Company: From Boise, LLC
Location: Boise, Idaho (Remote, but must reside in Boise or the Treasure Valley)
Job Type: Part-time, 100% commission contractor
About Us
From Boise is a weekly newsletter and podcast dedicated to keeping the community informed about what's happening in Boise, Idaho. We’re a very small, locally-focused business with a laid-back but serious work culture, passionate about delivering valuable content to our audience. We’re looking for a motivated and self-starting Sales Representative to join our team and help grow our advertising partnerships.
Job Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Sales Representative to expand our advertising revenue by reaching out to local businesses, events, and organizations. Your primary responsibility will be to sell advertising spots in our newsletter and podcast, helping clients understand the unique value of our platforms compared to traditional media.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively reach out to local businesses, events, and organizations to discuss advertising opportunities in From Boise's newsletter and podcast.
- Identify and approach businesses and events that align with From Boise’s audience and content.
- Meet with potential clients to understand their marketing goals and budgets, and present them with tailored advertising options.
- Offer ad pricing and package details, and negotiate terms when necessary.
- Clearly articulate how advertising in a local newsletter and podcast differs from other media channels such as newspapers, radio, and TV.
Skills & Qualifications
- Proven sales experience with the ability to sell without being overly salesy.
- Strong willingness and ability to perform outreach, both via email and in person.
- An eye for identifying businesses and events that would be a good fit for From Boise.
- Deep understanding of how newsletters and podcasts differ from traditional media and the ability to communicate this to potential clients.
- Knowledge of the Boise market and community is essential.