Advertising Sales Representative Jobs in Alabama

An Advertising Sales Representative in the publishing industry is responsible for selling advertising spaces in print and digital media to businesses and individuals. They reach out to potential clients, present advertising options, negotiate contracts, and ensure the advertisement meets the client's expectations. They also maintain working relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business. Regularly they need to meet and exceed sales quotas. Advertising Sales Representatives are required to stay updated on industry trends and should possess excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.

Important skills for an Advertising Sales Representative include excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in relevant computer software, and strong negotiation skills. They should also be self-motivated, organized, and able to work under pressure. A bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field is often required. Certifications in sales or marketing can be advantageous. Prior roles that can lead to this position include Sales Assistant, Junior Sales Representative, and Marketing Coordinator.

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Account Manager GME

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 1 day ago

Account Manager, Global Medical Education Do you enjoy building successful customer relationships? Would you like to deliver a sales strategy that drives growth? About the Team Elsevier is the...

Account Executive

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 5 days ago

(NYSE: TGNA) serves local communities across the U.S. through trustworthy journalism, engaging content, and tools that help people navigate their daily lives....

Account Executive- Travel and Tourism

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago

Strengthening and empowering all of the communities we serve. Account Executive, Travel and Tourism Remote Position - based in Florida Act as Strategic Advertising Consultant to Travel & Tourism...

Territory Account Manager

  • AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • AL
  • 30+ days ago

Location: Texas, United States of America Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring...

Key Account Manager

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 30+ days ago

FranklinCovey Key Account Manager in Montgomery , Alabama We enable greatness in people and organizations everywhere. FranklinCovey (NYSE: FC) is the workplace of choice for Achievers with Heart ....

Remote Work

Principal Account Executive

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 45+ days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Job Description Summary: The Principal Account Executive is an enterprise software sales professional who sells a...

Account Executive - Mid-Atlantic Region

  • Madison, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 45+ days ago

This position is part of U.S. Public Safety Sales team whose requirements are to generate new business in the Mid-Atlantic area. The region includes VA, NC, MD, DC. Some of the responsibilities...

Account Executive - Great Lakes Region

  • Madison, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 45+ days ago

This position is part of U.S. Public Safety Sales team whose requirements are to generate new business in the Great Lakes area. The region includes MI, WI, IN, OH. Some of the responsibilities...

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Advertising Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Sales and Advertising Ethics in the Fashion Industry
Advertising is essential in the fashion industry but there are many ethical issues to navigate in order to successfully, and legally, promote and sell fashion products. On this two-week course,...
Digital Advertising Course
This course is about effectively engaging audiences with digital advertising across websites, mobile apps, streaming videos and other types of digital content through programmatic technology,...
Online Advertising & Social Media
Learn how to develop Online Advertising Ecosystems complete with Social Media/Social Network and Media Big Data analysis for better decision making in all forms of outreach. Building an online...

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Salary for Advertising Sales Representative Jobs in Alabama

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Advertising Sales Representatives in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.1%
Master's Degree
23.0%
Associate's Degree
4.7%
High School or GED
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Advertising Sales Representatives in Alabama
2-4 years
33.1%
1-2 years
28.9%
None
16.1%
10+ years
8.3%
4-6 years
8.2%
Less than 1 year
5.3%


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