Advertising Sales Representative Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Advertising Sales Representative

  • North Adams, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • North Adams, MA
  • 14 days ago

Company Description: Racingjunk.com is just one of the stellar automotive classified websites owned and operated by Internet Brands, Inc. RacingJunk.com is located in North Adams, MA, and is part...

Account Executive - US College Sales

  • Washington, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 20 days ago

The Account Executive - College sells to Higher Education faculty within a designated geographical territory. With a hunter mentality, their objective is to grow market share by successfully...

Enterprise Account Manager, Email Security

  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Why Join Us? As the world's leading vendor of Cyber Security, facing the most sophisticated threats and attacks, we've assembled a global team of the most driven, creative, and innovative people....

Account Manager, Enterprise

  • Boston, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 90+ days ago

Account Manager, Enterprise Location availability: For Account Executive or Account Manager roles we offer a range of options: Chicago: Hybrid working 2 days a week in the office Boston, Austin,...

Senior Account Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

EEO Statement: At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling....

Account Executive - National

  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Join our growing National Sales team and help support the trusted journalism that 150M+ readers rely on each month....

Commercial Insurance Assistant Account Manager

  • East Longmeadow, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Longmeadow, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Join our Stevie Award Winning Team at HUB International! When you join the team at HUB International, you become part of the largest privately owned global insurance broker, providing a broad...

Key Account Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Remote Work

Who We Are NFP, an Aon Company, is a multi-year Best Places to Work award winner in Business Insurance who has also earned the 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) award from Insurance...

Remote Work

Principal Account Executive

  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Rocket Software Principal Account Executive in Boston , Massachusetts It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Job Description Summary: The Principal Account...

Business Development Professional/GSA AAS Account Executive

  • Canton, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Canton, MA
  • 45+ days ago

papers, and other work products....

Dealer Relations Account Executive, Level 1

  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Dealer Relations Account Executive, Level 1 CarGurus 4.5 (4) Boston, MA Quick Why you should apply for a job to CarGurus: 4.5/5 in overall job satisfaction 4.8/5 in supportive management 100% say...

Account Manager Boston

  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Role Value Proposition Account Managers are a key role in the Regional Business service delivery model. The role is a single point of contact for Brokers and provides key support functions across...

Account Executive/Business Manager- Procter & Gamble

  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

DESCRIPTION Who is Acosta? We are sales and marketing innovators creating partnerships with world class consumer brands. Acosta delivers unmatched analytical, forecasting, and marketing services....

Account Manager, Capital Equipment Sales (Boston, MA)

  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. As a Procedural Capital...

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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 Massachusetts

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

Highest Education Level

Advertising Sales Representatives in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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