About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Marketing Specialist to support digital and broadcast marketing sales across the local market. This role blends outbound sales, client service, market research and CRM management (HubSpot). You will be trained on media sales best practices, supported to grow a book of business, and positioned to earn commission with a pathway to a predominantly commission-based compensation model.

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What You’ll Do

• Sales and service to new local business accounts (direct and agency).
• Prepare and deliver presentations for advertisers and agencies, including station and market research.
• Manage the flow of information between advertisers, agencies, and station teams.
• Negotiate to obtain the largest possible share of client buys.
• Complete timely account paperwork (orders, avails, client correspondence) and coordinate daily with traffic, production, and sales management.
• Monitor competitive media and report market/account status to management.
• Generate revenue to meet station and individual budget targets.
• Build a book of business with the goal of transitioning to a 100% commission model after one year to maximize earning potential.
• Manage and maintain HubSpot CRM for accurate pipeline tracking, client records, sales activity, forecasting, and opportunity management on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.
• Participate in training and independent study to continuously improve sales and digital advertising skills.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, business or related field preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated interest in marketing, sales, or media; college graduates in Communications or Business encouraged to apply.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; confident public speaking and presentation ability.
• Proven ability (or willingness to learn) to market and sell digital and broadcast marketing solutions.
• Negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple elements of a sale.
• Professional appearance and manner.
• Valid driver’s license, clean motor vehicle record, and reliable daily access to a personal vehicle (frequent local travel required across the station’s market).

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $45,000–$55,000 per year (base), plus commission and performance-based earning potential.
• Commission progression with a target to move to a higher commission mix after one year.
• Benefits include Health, Life, and Vision insurance, 401(k) contribution, paid holidays, and additional benefits.
• Structured training and mentorship to accelerate sales skill development and revenue growth.

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Why This Role

This is a strong opportunity for an early-career seller who wants hands-on training in media sales, real client-facing experience, and clear pathways to significant commission upside. You’ll gain practical experience selling integrated digital and broadcast solutions while managing a professional CRM and building a sustainable book of business.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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