| CORPORATE PROJECT/TRAINING MANAGER -- Dallas, TX |
| CORPORATE PROJECT MANAGER -- Daily/weekly newspaper group headquartered near Dallas, Texas.
Management experience is not an absolute requirement. We will consider someone with a strong sales background who is ready to step up to his/her first management spot.
We have been asked by a leading multiple-property newspaper company to assist in a search for a proven sales leader to head up the sales training and development for a number of daily and weekly newspapers in the 3-state area of Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas. The company is American Consolidated Media, who publish 100 different titles including 15 daily and 44 weekly newspapers. These established, successful publications reach more that 2.6 million readers across 18 regional markets in 9 states. For more about the company, visit their web site at www.amconmedia.com.
In this position you'll be responsible for the training and development of the newspapers' sales teams. You'll also help develop and initiate new sales initiatives in print, digital and social media. We are looking for someone who understands and embraces both traditional and new media.
Your role will include visiting the various newspapers, working with the sales people and sales managers on new initiatives, conducting training sessions and making four-legged sales calls in the field. The position reports to the Corporate Director of Sales. You’ll work closely with all sales managers in research, evaluation and implementation of sales initiatives. In this key position, you'll be involved in advertising product strategies, packaging and pricing. You’ll have a dotted line relationship with advertising managers and sales team members at all ACM properties. This calls for someone who works well with people at all levels and takes a collaborative approach to leadership. Your job is to help the sales representatives be pace-setting winners -- to be as good as they can be. We're seeking someone who is ok with a heavy travel schedule.
We need a strong self-starter with a positive, motivational personality. It's not enough to be an exceptional sales person -- we need someone who has the training skills to positively transfer your knowledge to the sales team members. You'll need to demonstrate exceptional ability in developing and giving sales presentations that are focused on identifying and serving the needs of the advertiser.
You’ll play a key role in the company’s evolution. Your input and ideas will be encouraged, welcomed and rewarded. If you embrace change and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d like to hear from you ASAP. This company has an excellent reputation and believes in empowering their employees and helping them to develop to the highest possible level. There is opportunity for future advancement hinged upon your contribution to the continued success of your department and the company.
They offer a compensation program that includes a base salary and a generous performance bonus component. Housing is lower than much of the U.S., and Texas has no state income tax. The company provides excellent health and life benefits and a 401K. If you want to learn more, please e-mail your resume to slittle@mediarecruiters.com. If your background and experience match the requirements of the position, we’ll be in touch with you very quickly. Scott Little, California office – Media Recruiters, Chico, CA. Phone 530.342.6036.
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MANAGING EDITOR - The Villages, Florida |
| MANAGING EDITOR – The Villages, Florida
We are beginning the search for the position of Managing Editor for The Villages Daily Sun, a seven day daily owned by Villages Media Group serving the tri county area of Lake County, Marion County and Sumter County in central Florida. The paper is a 45,000 daily (and growing) circulation and the trusted source for news, advertising and information in “Florida’s Friendliest Hometown’ – The Villages. The Villages is a planned community - home to 75,000 plus well-educated, affluent, active and diverse residents. The Villages Daily Sun has the distinction of being the fastest growing daily newspaper in the US for the past four years running. And has an impressive market penetration of over 92%.
The Managing Editor will report directly to the Executive Editor and be a key member of the executive team. Your responsibilities will include oversight of a portion of day and night newsroom operations – and a great deal more.
The newsroom of 50 produces award winning content for print, online, the cable station and radio – all part of the Villages Media Group. This newspaper is growing and we’re looking for a Managing Editor who has the desire to grow with it and help craft the strategy that will take the newsroom to the next level.
The ideal candidate will be innovative, will push the envelope and try new things related to content and design. You will be a leader, be visionary and be a motivator for those you work with. You will have a proven track record of developing the talents of other journalists, and will hunger to do journalistic work that contributes to the success of the news hungry community.
Central Florida is an excellent place to live. The Villages and surrounding communities are located just an hour north of Orlando and Tampa, within easy reach of numerous golf courses, tennis and outdoor recreation. The beach is a short drive away. The communities are vibrant and provide outstanding access to shopping, art, culture, dining and entertainment as well as public, private and higher education opportunities.
This is a privately owned newspaper. They offer a competitive base salary plus a performance bonus. They also have a comprehensive benefits program, including a 401k. Florida has no state income tax and the cost of living – including housing – is relatively low.
We are looking for a candidate who wants to work in a dynamic, growth market serving an engaged readership. We are interested in candidates who have the right combination of experience, vision and drive. If think you have what it takes and want hear more, please e-mail your resume and a cover letter to jpoe@mediarecruiters.com. If your experience matches the requirements of the position, we’ll be in touch quickly to arrange an interview. Jody Poe, Media Recruiters Truckee LLC. Phone 530.550.1186
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ADVERTISING DIRECTOR -- Northern California Shopper |
| ADVERTISING DIRECTOR -- Shopper in California’s beautiful Gold Country.
We have been asked to assist in the search for a hands-on, proven salesperson and sales manager to lead the advertising effort for two well-established, but small shoppers distributed in California’s Gold Country just East of Sacramento. The Foothill Trader has approximately 25,000 weekly distribution and the monthly Foothill Marketplace direct-mailed to 26,000 households. These shoppers are part of Gold Country Media, a group of community newspapers, shoppers and specialty publications. The papers include the daily Auburn Journal, the twice-weekly Roseville Press Tribune and strong weeklies in Colfax, Loomis, Rocklin, Lincoln, Folsom and Granite Bay. They also publish a wide array of niche and specialty publications. This multiple award-winning daily/weekly newspaper group also has a strong commitment to an on-line presence. For more information on this established, successful media group, visit their web site at www.goldcountrymedia.com.
We are looking for someone who is highly energetic and creative. We need a proven sales leader who will direct a small team of sales people and lead by example. The right person will understand the importance of spending time in the field, making four-legged calls with the reps and staying in touch with key advertisers. You'll be responsible for all aspects of territory and category management and maximizing revenue from local display advertisers. You'll hire, train and motivate the sales staff; develop new business strategies and be quick to see and seize new opportunities. You'll be expected to come up with rate structures and packages that make sense for the advertisers and maximize revenue and profit.
You’ll work and live in one of California’s finest areas. You will work out of the Auburn office but spend time in each of the markets served by the publications. The newspapers are owned by Brehm Communications, a family-owned company with a history of recognizing and rewarding top-producing employees. They own multiple newspapers in the U.S. and there is excellent opportunity for advancement. To learn more about the company, visit www.brehmcommunications.com.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and consistent with the size of the publications. They offer a base salary, plus a performance bonus. They have a comprehensive benefits program including profit sharing. If you want to hear more, please e-mail your resume to slittle@mediarecruiters.com. If your background and experience match the requirements of the position we’ll be in touch very quickly to start the interviewing process. Scott Little, Media Recruiters, California office. Phone 530.342.6036.
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ADVERTISING DIRECTOR -- Ithaca, NY |
| ADVERTISING DIRECTOR – Beautiful Ithaca, New York.
We have been asked to assist in a search for an Advertising Director for the Ithaca Times (www.ithaca.com) and Finger Lakes Community Newspapers. This privately owned company consists of the Ithaca Times, a 20,000-circulation weekly and web site, and 9 local community weeklies serving their markets in the region. Established and successful, the publications have strong readership and reputations in their communities.
In this role, you'll have the responsibility for the six-person advertising division...four outside display reps and two inside classified reps. This is a relatively small company and we need someone who is very hands-on and willing to roll up his/her sleeves and do what it takes to get the job done. We need a positive and enthusiastic leader who loves the role of mentor and has a motivational approach to sales management. We need someone who sees the value of making 4-legged calls with reps and staying in touch with key advertisers. If you have a strong background in advertising sales and sales leadership. we want to talk with you ASAP. Overall community weekly experience is desired, but not an absolute requirement. If you are tired of working in a corporate environment where every move must be approved by someone a thousand miles away, this locally owned and managed publication may be right for you. The owner has a strong commitment to the newspaper and its role in the community. This is the kind of environment where you can truly make a difference and have a sense of accomplishment without spending your life sitting in meetings. This small group has performed very well historically and continues to have strong growth potential.
This is a beautiful part of the country. The city of Ithaca sits on the southern shore of Cayuga Lake in Central New York. Cornell University and Ithaca College are located in the Tompkins County market area, giving Ithaca and the region a ‘college town’ focus and atmosphere. Cornell is the largest employer in the state outside of NYC providing a stable workforce for the region. Ithaca’s central location in the 14 county Finger Lakes Tourism are featuring over 100 wineries provides further economic stability. The area is often named as one of the best places to live in America. The economy is based largely on education, High Tech manufacturing, and tourism. You can expect to find a rich and vibrant cultural scene to include a civic orchestra, a science museum, a strong local music scene, and many theater and arts organizations. Housings costs are affordable compared to many areas of the country.
The economy in this region has fared much better than most of the rest of the nation. For instance, foreclosures are actually lower than last year and the papers have continued to perform very well. They are up in revenue from last year. Tompkins County unemployment rate is currently 5.2% and is almost always the lowest in New York State.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and consistent with the size of the publications. They offer a base salary, a performance bonus, and benefits. If you want to hear more, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to slittle@mediarecruiters.com. If your background and experience match the requirements of the position we’ll be in touch very quickly to start the interviewing process. Scott Little, Media Recruiters, California office. Phone 530.342.6036.
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CIRCULATION and AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR |
| CIRCULATION and AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR – California’s beautiful Napa Valley.
If you’re currently in circulation management and are ready for that next career step….look no further.
Napa Valley Publishing in Napa, California – owned by Lee Enterprises – has asked our help in finding an experienced circulation professional to join the management team. You’ll report directly to the publisher and lead the circulation effort of the daily Napa Valley Register, and three community weeklies: the Calistogan, St. Helena Star, and American Canyon Eagle. These are the leading print publications in the Napa Valley and are the undisputed best source for news about the communities they serve. The daily has a circulation of approximately 18,000 Monday through Saturday and 19,000 on Sunday. To learn more about this Northern California media group, visit www.napanews.com.
A strong background in circulation sales, promotions and departmental operations is a must. At least three years in a management role is required. Someone who is now a CD at a smaller or same size paper….or someone who is in a number 2 or 3 spot with a larger paper would be perfect for this role. We need a person with a hands-on, open management style who is not afraid to roll up his/her sleeves and do what it takes to get the job done. If you can demonstrate an unbending dedication to subscriber retention through exceptional customer service and the know-how to initiate creative, targeted, effective new programs to capture new readers in both home delivery and single copy – we want to talk to you ASAP.
The Napa Valley is widely thought of as one of the West's finest places to call home. Known mostly for its wines, the area offers a diverse business climate. In the beginning, settlers planted vineyards with cuttings supplied by Catholic priests from Sonoma and San Rafael. In 1861, Riesling cuttings were introduced to the Valley and, from these small beginnings, Napa Valley has become noted as one of the premier wine-making regions of the world. Whether it’s food, wine, beautiful scenery, relaxation or culture that you desire, the city of Napa has it all - including rolling hills, lush vineyards and the pleasing year-round climate for which California is famous.
This is Lee Enterprises, the fourth largest newspaper company in the nation. There is unlimited opportunity for future career advancement based upon your performance and dedication. For more insight into the parent company, visit www.lee.net. They offer a competitive compensation program and a comprehensive benefits package. If you have interest, please e-mail a cover letter and resume to slittle@mediarecruiters.com. If your experience lines up with the requirements of the position, we’ll be in touch very quickly to begin the interviewing process. Scott Little, Media Recruiters, California office, 530.342.6036.
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ADVERTISING DIRECTOR -- Pine Bluff, Arkansas |
| ADVERTISING DIRECTOR – Central Arkansas.
The Pine Bluff (AR) Commercial, a 7-day daily in Pine Bluff, Arkansas with a circulation of 18,500 daily and 19,300 on Sunday, is seeking an Advertising Director. In this capacity, you’ll head up all of advertising including classified, local retail, major and national accounts. In addition to the daily, they also publish a handful of ancillary publications and have a strong internet presence that allows the advertiser to effectively reach the total market. In the director role, you’ll report directly to the publisher, be part of the management team and will have a strong voice in setting the direction of this established successful print/online media combination.
The ideal candidate will be strong in training and development; will enjoy the role of leader and mentor; will lead by example; will have an open door for team members; will be quick to see and seize opportunity. We’re seeking a skilled, highly organized manager who will nurture and develop a strong sales and creative team. This is not a desk job. We want someone who sees the value of making 4-legged calls, in-the-field coaching and staying in touch with key advertisers. The perfect candidate will have at least five years of advertising sales and sales management experience, a proven direct sales track-record and strong industry references.
The newspaper is owned by Stephens Media which has an excellent reputation and believes in empowering their employees and helping them to develop to the highest possible level. There is great opportunity for future advancement hinged upon your contribution to the success of your department and the company. For more information about the parent company and the newspaper, visit www.stephensmedia.com and www.pbcommercial.com.
The city of Pine Bluff is located in the center of beautiful Arkansas just 40 miles South of Little Rock. It is a city of excellence, character and historical significance. With a population of 55,000, it is the county seat of Jefferson County, Arkansas. It is an agricultural, commercial and cultural center for Southeast Arkansas and the Mississippi Delta with a rich history, a diverse present, and a promising future. There are unlimited opportunities for recreation and the area is a well-known destination for fishing and hunting. There are award-winning and widely known regional festivals that bring visitors from all over the nation. There are also legendary attractions including Civil War sites, unique museums and historic buildings. There is a very low cost of living, including housing. Simply put – this is a great place to call home and a great place to do business.
They offer a compensation package which includes a base salary and a performance bonus. There is also a comprehensive benefits program. The market has a comparatively low cost of living including housing. If you want to hear more, please e-mail a cover letter and resume immediately to slittle@mediarecruiters.com. If your experience matches the requirements of the position, we’ll be in touch very soon to begin the interviewing process. Scott Little, Media Recruiters, California office. Phone 530.342.6036.
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EXECUTIVE EDITOR - Amarillo, TX |
| EXECUTIVE EDITOR – Amarillo, Texas
We have been asked to assist in the search for an Executive Editor for the Amarillo Globe-News and amarillo.com the regions leading daily newspaper and website. This is a key leadership position and we are seeking highly qualified, dynamic, innovative candidates. The Amarillo Globe-News is a seven-day daily with 40,000 circulation weekdays and 50,000 circulation Sunday. The Globe-News is the dominant media in the area and owned by Morris Communications. To learn more about the company and area, visit www.amarillo.com.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading a complex print and digital newsroom, will embrace the use of social media and posses a desire to reach readers through a variety of platforms. The Executive Editor must be able to work in collaboration with other departments and sister papers/websites. The Executive Editor oversees a team of 40 FTEs and manages 6 direct reports. The Executive Editor is responsible for the overall direction, coverage and development of both the print and digital content. The Executive Editor will hold the newsroom to a high ethical standard for coverage and will lead the charge in investigative journalism.
Enthusiasm for the work and the market, a willingness to get involved in the community, be visible and accessible are a must. We’re looking for someone who is strategic, motivational, will help grow and mentor others on the team, can think long term and is committed to leading into the future.
You will work and play in a beautiful environment. Amarillo is located in the Texas Panhandle and offers something for everyone; for the outdoor enthusiast, the arts connoisseur and the history buff alike. The city is also home to professional ballet, opera, symphony and theater companies. http://www.visitamarillotx.com/ Amarillo has a highly diversified economy, enjoys some of the Southwest’s finest schools, medical facilities and cultural centers, and has the state’s best year-round climate. Urban, suburban and rural living options abound. Amarillo is the center of the 26-county Panhandle region. It has over 182,000 residents and the population for Potter and Randall County surpasses 223,000. http://amarillo-chamber.org/
The company offers a competitive salary, benefits package (including medical, dental, Rx), 401k and a unique work environment. If you have interest, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to jpoe@mediarecruiters.com. If your background and experience match the requirements of the position, we’ll be in touch with you to begin the interviewing process. Jody Poe, Media Recruiters, Truckee LLC. 530.550.1186.
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WEB DEVELOPER -- Washington State |
| WEB DEVELOPER/PROGRAMMER – Beautiful Wenatchee, Washington.
The Wenatchee World, a 22,000-circulation daily in the heart of Washington State, has asked our help in finding an experienced web developer/programmer. In this key position, you'll be part of the New Media team for this excellent newspaper that is well into transitioning to a multimedia news-and-information organization. For 100 years, The World has been owned by the Woods family, whose priorities are community service and excellence in journalism. The newspaper enjoys more than 60 percent penetration in its city zone, and is the dominant medium for North Central Washington. And, they are extending that reach with exciting new digital initiatives through their web site, www.wenatcheeworld.com. .
Their new media division is made up of a small team of creative people working on the continued development of a successful Internet business model. They are building platforms and tools for delivering hyper-local information and community-sourced content, primarily using Django. The web developer/programmer role combines both technical programming skills and interactive design elements. The ideal candidate will be able to work alone and collaboratively, deliver projects on time, and document their work for both fellow developers and less technical laypeople. As a small group, personal chemistry is very important and they maintain a fun, laid back environment.
The right candidate will have: 2+ years working experience as a web designer/developer with an emphasis on JavaScript; 2+ years programming Python; database programming with PostgreSQL or MySQL; extensive experience using a modern web framework such as Django, Pylons or Ruby on Rails; experience developing with a JavaScript framework (jQuery, YUI, Prototype); experience with social media APIs.
We would also prefer someone with: 1+ years programming with Django; development with Google App Engine; experience with HTML5 technologies; experience developing with Flash/ActionScript; experience administering Unix servers.
This is not only an exceptional work environment, but a great place to live. The region has stunning natural beauty, from the mighty Columbia River running through the valley to the Cascades Mountains on our west and Mission Ridge Ski Area, 12 miles from town. People from throughout the Northwest spend their vacations here, attracted by the crystalline waters of 51-mile-long Lake Chelan, the skiing, the grandeur of Grand Coulee, the fishing, boating, golf. The local economy is highly agricultural, primarily the thousands of acres of fruit orchards that surround our towns. There are solid schools, a healthy downtown and steady but manageable growth.
They offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (including medical, dental, Rx), profit sharing plan, and a unique, positive work environment. If you have interest, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to slittle@mediarecruiters.com. If your background and experience match the requirements of the job, we’ll be in touch quickly. Scott Little, Media Recruiters, California office. 530.342.6036.
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ADVERTISING DIRECTOR -- Eastern Texas |
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ADVERTISING DIRECTOR – Two Dailies in Beautiful Eastern Texas.
We have been asked to assist in a search for someone with the energy, passion and experience to take on the role of Advertising Director for two community dailies in Eastern Texas. They are the Longview News Journal (25,000 daily circulation and 28,000 Sunday); and The Marshall News Messenger (6,000 daily and 6,300 Sunday). They also publish TMC products in their markets with a total of nearly 80,000 Wednesday distribution, and they have a strong online presence. The papers are owned by ASP Westward L.P., publishers of community newspapers in suburban metropolitan and isolated rural communities. In each of their markets they are accepted as the leading provider of local information and advertising. They provide great value and maximum flexibility by offering advertisers the choice of advertising in individual newspapers, clusters of papers, or the entire market. To learn more about this exciting company, visit www.aspwestward.com.
We are seeking a motivated, innovative and experienced leader. This hands-on position requires lots of interaction and ongoing training to assist the sales staff with selling their print and online products. You’ll report directly to the President of East Texas Newspapers and closely communicate with the VP/Sales & Marketing for the parent company. You'll lead a team of 20 and be responsible for local display, majors, national, classified and online. The sharp focus is on local, local, local. Candidates are required to have media sales management experience in developing, implementing and executing sales strategies. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership and strategic skills and a willingness to directly develop relationships with clients. Candidates should also have proven records of accomplishment in team development and staff motivation. We need someone with an open management style who is accessible to team members and sees the value of spending time in the field, making four-legged calls with reps and staying in touch with key advertisers.
The cities of Longview and Marshall are located in the beautiful piney woods of East Texas, only a couple of hours East of Dallas/Fort Worth. These are a couple of the best small towns in Texas. The residents there enjoy fantastic weather, stunning natural beauty, beautiful trees on rolling hills. There you'll find a relaxed, fun lifestyle and unlimited opportunities for recreation. The region is a beautiful place to live and a great place to do business. There is a low cost of living, including housing. And, Texas does not have a state income tax.
This is a dynamic news media company. There is tremendous opportunity for career advancement, based upon your contribution to the continued success of this newspaper group.
They offer a competitive salary plus a performance bonus. There is a comprehensive benefits plan. If you want to hear more, please e-mail your resume and cover letter in strictest confidence to slittle@mediarecruiters.com. If your background and experience match the requirements of the position, we’ll be in touch very quickly to begin the interviewing process. Scott Little, Media Recruiters, California office. Phone 530.342.6036.
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PRINT ADVERTISING SALES |
| PRINT/ONLINE ADVERTISING SALES – The Union-Tribune in San Diego. Be part of the exciting new direction of the Union-Tribune and live in one of the finest places in the Country. We have been asked to assist in the search for proven sales people for the Union-Tribune in San Diego, California. The U-T has a circulation of approximately 300,000 daily and over 400,000 on Sunday. In this role, you’ll be able to present a media mix that offers unequaled reach of every segment of this dynamic marketplace: an industry leading daily newspaper; a wide array of niche and specialty publications; zoned editions; and their web site, www.signonsandiego.com. They have long been the market leader, but they have even bigger plans on the drawing board as they move into the near and far future. In other words, you’ll be working for a winner. Ideally, we’re seeking people who have a minimum of 3 year’s experience in media advertising sales. But, we are also open to talking with sales professionals from any industry. To qualify, you need to be able to demonstrate the following characteristics and skills: generating and qualifying leads; developing and making presentations; dealing with objections; and closing. We’re seeking those who believe in a consultative approach, developing strong and lasting customer relationships, and demonstrate superior follow-through. If you are a high achiever who enjoys their work, loves challenges; are creative and innovative; and believe that having a satisfied customer is more important than just a single sale – we want to talk with you ASAP. San Diego is, without question, one of the country’s most exciting markets. There is a solid base of potential advertisers of every size and in every category and more on the way. And, the perfect climate and lifestyle makes it a place most people would like to live. In other words, it’s a great place to do business and a great place to call home. The compensation is flexible and keyed to your background and experience. There is 6-figure potential for top achievers. If you want to hear more, please complete the Candidate Profile form online. If your background and experience line up with the requirements of the position, we’ll be in touch with you very quickly to start the interviewing process. |
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ONLINE ADVERTISING SALES |
| ONLINE ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVES – San Diego. We have been asked to assist in the search for top-performing sales professionals to represent San Diego’s leading web site. Sign-On San Diego is the undisputed leader in audience with over 2.4 million unique viewers and 28 million page views per month. The web site, www.signonsandiego.com, has long been the market leader, but they have even bigger plans on the drawing board as they move into the near and far future. In other words, you’ll be working for a winner. Ideally, we’re seeking people who have a minimum of 3 year’s experience in interactive media advertising sales. To qualify, you need to be able to demonstrate the following characteristics and skills: generating and qualifying leads; developing and making presentations; dealing with objections; and closing. We’re seeking those who believe in a consultative approach, developing strong and lasting customer relationships, and demonstrate superior follow-through. If you are a high achiever who enjoys their work, loves challenges; are creative and innovative; and believe that having a satisfied customer is more important than just a single sale – we want to talk with you ASAP. San Diego is, without question, one of the country’s most exciting markets. There is a solid base of potential advertisers of every size and in every category and more on the way. It’s a widely known tourist destination, which adds great potential for signonsandiego. And, the perfect climate and lifestyle makes it a place most people would like to live. In other words, it’s a great place to do business and a great place to call home. The compensation is flexible and keyed to your background and experience. There is 6-figure potential for top achievers. If you want to hear more, please complete the Candidate Profile below. If your background and experience line up with the requirements of the position, we’ll be in touch with you very quickly to start the interviewing process. |
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