Advertising Sales Representative Jobs in California

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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Enterprise Account Executive

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Rental Sales Account Manager - $1,000 Sign-on Bonus!

  • Stockton, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : BUILD ON YOUR SALES CAREER WITH A COMPANY THAT HAS A FUTURE. At Ryder, our most important competitive...

Account Executive

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 hour ago

HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service....

Advertising Sales Rep

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 hours ago

We are seeking experienced outside sales reps to help local businesses advertise their products or services to people 50 and over. Outside B2B sales experience is required. Advertising sales...

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Advertising Sales Rep

  • San Jose, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 16 hours ago

We are seeking experienced outside sales reps to help local businesses advertise their products or services to people 50 and over. Outside B2B sales experience is required. Advertising sales...

Remote Work

Advertising Sales Rep

  • Coachella, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Coachella, CA
  • 16 hours ago

We are seeking experienced outside sales reps to help local businesses advertise their products or services to people 50 and over. Outside B2B sales experience is required. Advertising sales...

Remote Work

Account Manager GME

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 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, Social Impact & Sustainability

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago

Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 1-year post-grad professional experience in communications Bachelors degree in a relevant field (public relations, corporate communications, English, advertising, journalism...

Account Executive, Technology PR

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 days ago

A bachelors degree in a relevant field (public relations, communications, English, journalism, advertising, business) or equivalent work experience....

Business Development Account Executive (USSF)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago

Create and assist in creating white papers, thought leadership pieces, proposals, and other artifacts that position KBR as a leader in the areas aligned with growth objectives....

Strategic Account Executive - Agency Experience

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago

Strategic Account Executive - Agency Experience The StoryStudio is a premium content marketing company owned by Hearst. StoryStudio delivers impactful custom content programming for clients that...

Senior Account Executive, Technology PR

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 days ago

Basic Qualifications: At least two years of full-time experience in communications, preferably in an agency setting A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (public relations, communications, English, journalism...

Assistant Account Executive, Technology PR

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 days ago

Basic Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (public relations, communications, English, journalism, advertising, business) or equivalent work experience....

Assistant Account Executive, Technology

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 days ago

Were a team of 100+ dedicated professionals and experts with backgrounds in journalism, digital media, creative strategy, management consulting, and integrated communications marketing....

Account Executive, Commercial

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 days ago

At Braze, we have found our people. We're a genuinely approachable, exceptionally kind, and intensely passionate crew. We seek to ignite that passion by setting high standards, championing...

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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 California

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

Highest Education Level

Advertising Sales Representatives in California 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 California
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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