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Market Development - Direct Sales Representative
Gannett
Burlington, VT, United States
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Job: Events
Job Function: Sales & Marketing - PART TIME
Location: Burlington, VT
Salary: Hourly paid plus commission. Travel reimbursement for events.
The Burlington Free Press, is seeking a Part-Time Event Sales & Marketing Representative to meet subscription sales goals, build the brand image and presence and assist consumer trial at the region’s hottest events.
Candidates must be 18 years of age and older and have prior sales experience. The more you sell, the more you can earn!
This position requires flexible, non-traditional work hours. The ideal candidate will have a passion for interacting with the public, have a solid sales track record, be highly personable with excellent communication skills, and be highly confident and
motivated.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position reports to the Local Sales Manager.
• Attend The Burlington Free Press sponsored and local
events to sell newspaper subscriptions, with a focus on acquisition. (Event
Sales Goals)
• Coordinate events and onsite presence with Local Sales
Manager to maximize sales exposure.
• Deliver key benefits: Value, Relevance, User Experience
& Benefits
• Engage consumers with charisma and energy, not only to
deliver vital product talking points and demonstrations but to provide a
fun and memorable experience.
• Capture LEADS – demonstrate steps to Link, Like &
Love The Burlington Free Press on Facebook, burlingtonfreepress.com, reporter email / newsletters, and
more.
• Engage & Incentivize consumers in all product
offerings and sales plans.
• Provide product demonstrations via virtual reality,
video, interactive monitor, iPad, and/or mobile device.
• Discuss upcoming strategic editorial content offerings
and upcoming events.
• Possesses the ability to prioritize, adhere to
schedules and communicate regularly on project status.
• Must be able to work independently and also as a member
of a cohesive team. Has the physical stamina to set up and breakdown
kiosks, carry hand-outs and stand for extended periods of time.
• React to changes productively and handle other
essential tasks as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
• 1+ years of sales experience.
• Sales skills should be present along with strong
communications skills. (We provide training. We work with you to succeed.)
• Must be available to work daytime and non-traditional
hours, including some nights and weekends
• Time management and good organization skills are
critical.
• Must be savvy with social media and digital technology
• Travel is a requirement of the position; must
possess a vehicle, valid driver's license and car insurance.