the idea of building a new online business from the ground up? Are you equally comfortable with client
visits and web analytics? If so, keep reading…
We’re Patch.com, an internet start-up owned by a major global online media company looking to re-
invent local online advertising, and we’re seeking a web-savvy sales person to be the Local Local Online
Sales Executive of a dynamic new site devoted to news and information about suburban markets
throughout the Region/State area and beyond.
In this job, you’ll be working closely with local advertisers -- from mom and pops to large regional
clients, as their local online advertising expert. You’ll know your own platform (and others) backwards
and forwards so you can present complete advertising solutions. You may even decide to host a local
seminar on how to achieve the best results by advertising on the web. As the top local business
executive you will attend chamber and trade functions, get involved in community groups, head up
charitable efforts, and maintain a highly visible presence in the business community.
It’s the right job for an utterly self-motivated individual who gets an adrenaline rush from starting up a
business, obsesses over numbers and analytics, and can work flexible hours. Ideal candidates will have
in-depth understanding of current and emerging media. Preferably, you’re a local resident yourself, you
have a car, and you’re plugged into the local business communities we are covering.
It will be a huge, live-and-breathe-it endeavor, which is why we’re offering competitive compensation,
benefits and performance-based bonuses.
Job responsibilities (to include, but not limited to):
The Local Online Sales Executive is responsible for advertising sales to businesses in local markets
Will sell advertising inventory to include: banner ads, e-newsletters, video, and more
Will presents promotional opportunities and display options to store owners/management
Identifies and pursues opportunities to increase sales of current and new offerings
Will handle ad sales, inventory management, and “own” the online advertising for assigned local
markets
As the Ad Manager you will also be responsible for assisting in coordinating local event sponsorships
and attending them, possibly on weekends
Territory: Oxford, Naugatuck, Newtown, Danbury (CT)
Required skills:
Top notch sales and marketing instincts
Should have the willingness to act as a media consultant and the ability to close/ask for the sale
Will understand online advertising and also have ability to manage sales, inventory, design and other
aspects of online advertising simultaneously
Desired skills:
Passionate about the web, social networking, and online community websites
Be able to quickly grasp the interests, rhythms, and identity of a community
Unparalleled organizational skills. Must have great interpersonal and communication skills and enjoy
working hard
Must have great interpersonal and communication skills and enjoy working hard
Education/ Industry background:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or related discipline
1-3 years of directly related experience
Unique requirements:
Must be a flexible, independent, self-starter
You’ll work from home, the coffee shop, your car, and in and out of businesses everyday
Must own a car
Must be willing to relocate or live near or in the markets we are hiring
Ability and willingness to work various hours outside of the typical M-F and 9-5. To include some
weekends
*Competitive salary and benefits package, including 401-K match and performance bonus. Patch Media
is an AOL company.
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