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Digital Specialist

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Experience selling a suite of digital solutions
  • Masterful understanding of Paid Search, Social, Programmatic Display, Email, Sponsored Content, Mobile and Video
  • Ability to diagnose business needs to develop and communicate customized solutions
  • 4 year degree or equivalent amount of work experience

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maximize an existing book of business
  • Develop and execute prospecting strategies to uncover new business opportunities
  • Actively understand the goals of prospective advertising partners through engaging needs assessments
  • Create compelling, customized digital marketing solutions to present to prospective advertising partners

Key facts

  • Remote from: Colorado (USA)
  • Full time
  • Mid-level (2-5 years)
  • Digital Media Specialist
  • English

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Sales
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Active Listening
  • Empathy
  • Collaboration
  • Positivity

About the company

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The San Diego Union-Tribune

Newspaper Publishing

The San Diego Union-Tribune, LLC, is San Diego’s most dynamic media company and the region’s most trusted and comprehensive source of local news and information. The San Diego Union-Tribune serves more people in more places on more platforms than any other media company in San Diego. Every week, the Union-Tribune reaches more than 96% of all San Diego County households by leveraging the combined strength of its integrated media portfolio: the Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper, the Union-Tribune; the region’s leading website, SanDiegoUnionTribune.com; the weekly entertainment guide, Night + Day; the entertainment and nightlife website, PacificSanDiego.com; Spanish-language product Hoy San Diego and additional home-delivered products. Through its broad coverage of the community and its multiple media platforms serving all audiences across the region, the Union-Tribune delivers news, information and ideas that improve the quality of life of San Diegans and help make San Diego a better place.

Company details

IndustryNewspaper Publishing
Company size201 - 500

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Job description

Summary:

Denver Post Media is seeking an experienced digital marketing expert to fill the role of Digital Sales Executive.

The ideal candidate for the DSE position will be a unique blend of digital marketing consultant, sales specialist, team motivator, and analytical thinker. Not only will they bring a breadth of experience in multiple areas of digital marketing, but they will also bring intangibles including active listening, empathy, positivity, collaboration and organization.

While this is a remote role in Colorado, you must be able to attend in person meetings at the Denver office and with clients.

What you will do:

  • Manage and maximize an existing book of business

  • Develop and execute prospecting strategies to uncover new business opportunities

  • Actively understand the goals of prospective advertising partners through engaging needs assessments

  • Creating compelling, customized digital marketing solutions to present to prospective advertising partners

  • Present customized solutions and close business opportunities

  • Partner with cross functional teams to ensure proper campaign setup, execution, and retention

  • Contribute to a collaborative and team focused environment

  • Join periodic in-person team building and community engagement opportunities

  • Leverage the agility of a small-business feel with the backing and resources of a national organization

  • Engage in an atmosphere of continuous learning and growth

  • Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same

What you will bring:

  • Experience selling a suite of digital solutions

  • Masterful understanding of Paid Search, Social, Programmatic Display, Email, Sponsored Content, Mobile and Video

  • Ability to diagnose business needs to develop and communicate customized solutions

  • Proficiency in the Google Suite, Salesforce and Excel

  • Familiarity with data and analytics to make strategic updates and recommendations

  • 4 year degree or equivalent amount of work experience

Benefits and Compensation:

The hourly wage is $28.85 + cell phone stipend, mileage reimbursement, and commission (on-target earning potential is $120,000). Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mymedianewsgroup.com

Who we are:

With a rich history of innovation, engagement, and results, Denver Post Media, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, offers expert guidance to advertising partners throughout Colorado and beyond. We offer a complete suite of multimedia marketing solutions all under one roof, providing unparalleled resources and expertise. As a Premier Google Partner, Microsoft Advertising Select Partner, and Facebook Business Partner (alongside Adtaxi), we deliver comprehensive and effective advertising campaigns. Our work is driven by a deeper purpose: to do right by our clients, make a positive impact on our community, and have some fun in the process.

“4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026”

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

  • Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here.

Closing Date:

  • Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment: 

  • A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation

  • Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed

  • Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

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