What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Advertising & Business Development Representative position at Litchfield Wellness?
Litchfield Wellness Magazine | Commission-Based Opportunity
Litchfield Wellness is seeking energetic, well-connected Independent Advertising & Business Development Representatives to help grow our advertising partnerships throughout Litchfield County and the surrounding region.
Our magazine is a premium wellness publication connecting readers with the exceptional businesses, practitioners, experiences, and ideas shaping the local wellness community. With a growing print and digital audience, we are looking for entrepreneurial sales professionals who can help us build strong relationships with local businesses and brands.
The Opportunity
This is an independent, commission-only position with the opportunity to earn up to 20% commission on advertising sales.
You will identify prospective advertisers, introduce them to Litchfield Wellness, develop relationships, and sell advertising and partnership opportunities across our growing media platform.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who already has strong relationships within the local business community and enjoys connecting people, building partnerships, and creating opportunities.
Compensation
Our tiered commission structure rewards performance:
- $0–$2,499 in monthly collected sales: 7%
- $2,500–$4,999: 10%
- $5,000–$7,499: 13%
- $7,500–$9,999: 16%
- $10,000 : 20%
There is no cap on earnings.
Commissions are paid on advertising revenue collected from clients.
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Well-connected within Litchfield County and/or the surrounding area
- Comfortable approaching business owners and decision-makers
- Naturally outgoing, personable, and persuasive
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Experienced in sales, advertising, marketing, media, business development, or a related field
- Passionate about wellness, healthy living, and supporting local businesses
- Able to identify opportunities and turn relationships into partnerships
Existing relationships with local businesses are a major plus.
What You'll Be Selling
Advertising opportunities include:
- Print magazine advertising
- Digital advertising
- Directory listings
- Sponsored content and features
- Events (Festival and Summit) partnerships
- Multi-platform advertising packages
This is more than selling an ad. You will be helping local businesses become part of the Litchfield Wellness community.
Why Litchfield Wellness?
Litchfield Wellness is building a platform designed to strengthen the local wellness economy while helping exceptional businesses reach a highly targeted, engaged audience.
If you are entrepreneurial, enjoy meeting people, and want the flexibility to build your own book of business while earning uncapped commission, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply: Please send your resume and a brief introduction explaining your sales/business development experience and your connection to the Litchfield County business community - email magazine@litchfieldwellness.org
Commission-only | Independent Contractor | Flexible Schedule | Uncapped Earning Potential
Responsibilities
- Generate appointments by means of proactive outbound prospecting
- Work directly with sales and marketing to discover opportunities from leads
- Demonstrate and teach strong selling and influencing skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
- 5 years' of experience in related role preferred
- Strong communication and time management skills
Salary : $2,499