Multimedia Sales Consultant

DETROIT LAKES TRIBUNE/PERHAM FOCUS

MULTIMEDIA SALES CONSULTANT

Would you enjoy helping our local communities’ businesses thrive? You could find yourself at the center of the local business scene as our newest Multimedia Sales Consultant for the Detroit Lakes Tribune and Perham Focus.

The Tribune and Focus keep the Lakes Region informed through their multiple media channels, everything from their weekly printed newspapers to their award-winning digital websites. Our publications provide readers with a strong online presence, a local news source and top-quality, audience-targeted magazines.

The Lakes Region is known for its year-round recreational fun, trails, museums, theater facilities, and bustling downtowns, as well as a small-town feel with top-notch schools and

health facilities.

This position offers a generous commission structure with a starting guaranteed salary. In this role, you will be selling marketing solutions that include print, video and a broad portfolio of digital products to help businesses reach their goals.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Prepare monthly and quarterly sales strategies detailing new business, including developing plans within the assigned territory.

• Develop a strong understanding of all products and how they provide value to businesses.

• Dedicate time each day to prospecting and acquiring new business as well as servicing, retaining and advancing existing clients.

• Completing a thorough needs analysis for every client to make a clear connection between our products and the return on investment.

• Offer input between the client and our creative department to help facilitate an effective campaign.

• Demonstrate the ability to prepare and deliver customized presentations to clients.

• Meet revenue goals.

TO EXCEL IN THIS ROLE, THE FOLLOWING ABILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Customer-focused approach to sales and service.

• Excellent communication and technological skills.

• Highly motivated and organized.

• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with a driving record that is insurable by the company.

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience in sales and marketing.

This position includes a healthy benefit package including PTO, paid holidays, medical, and 401k. Our staff is committed and active in the community. For more information contact Jody Hanson at 320 760 0189.

At Forum Communications Company, our legacy is deeply rooted in harnessing the power of communication to connect and inform people in the communities we serve. Since 1917, everything we do is driven by creating and sharing information, ideas and insights.

Today, we're a leading media and technology company that's home to a family of people whose passion and purpose is fueled by collaboration and innovation. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals and having fun.

Come for the perks: Excellent employee culture, competitive pay, 401(k), company-paid volunteer time, health and wellness initiatives for all employees. Additional perks for full-time positions include: comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off, paid holidays and paid time off for birthday, paid parental and pregnancy disability leave for qualifying employees.

Stay for the people: Family-owned and operated since 1917, development and growth opportunities, inclusive, creative culture, safe working environment, employees of all ages and backgrounds, positive collaboration.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.