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Title: Advertising Sales Representative (Edible Portland)
Reports to: Food & Farms Director of Strategic Partnerships
Status: Part-time
Posting Date: 5/18/12
Start Date: TBD
Summary
Edible Portland is seeking an experienced and motivated advertising sales representative with a passion for local foods and culinary and agricultural topics. The essence of this job is the ability to attract a substantial advertiser base and build revenue through advertising sales. Solid relationships within the community at large, original thinking, grace under pressure, flexibility and a sense of humor are essential.
Description
We are seeking entrepreneurial individuals who are self-motivated, self-directed and ambitious. The successful candidate will have experience making cold calls and pursuing sales opportunities and account development to achieve sales targets. Must be able to manage accounts after closing and have a proven track record for attracting and retaining business. The ability to make solid presentations, negotiate contracts and close deals is integral to this position.
As Sales Representative, you are an independent contractor in a regionally protected market with an additional opportunity to sell for our sister publication, Edible Seattle (published bi-monthly). This position is commission only.
Desired Skills & Experience
Must be a resident of the Portland metropolitan area with solid working knowledge of the local food community and proven sales experience.
Preferred candidates will have:
- At least three years of advertising sales experience (mandatory)
- Superior interpersonal and communications skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to represent the magazine at select networking events
- A personal computer, cell phone and home office
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and résumé to Ericka Carlson.
About Us
Edible Portland, a mission-based quarterly publication of Ecotrust, focuses on building a vibrant regional food community. At the heart of our work is a commitment to sustaining the unique local flavors, economic viability and environmental health of the Northwest agricultural community. As individuals and professionals, we live, breathe and eat these values.
