Advertising Sales Representative

Advertising Sales Representative

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

A display advertising sales representative offers solutions for advertising in multiple communications platforms, works closely with current advertisers and seeks new advertisers to increase. Account executives work in an honest, ethical manner in accordance with the teachings Catholic Church as a team member of the St. Louis Review and the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Responsibilities

• Contacts potential advertisers via telephone, email and in field visits
• Presents opportunities to existing and prospective clients to advertise in digital and print platforms
• Stays abreast of advertising trends and emerging technologies
• Sets personal monthly & yearly sales goals
• Assists in layout of advertisements in digital and print products
• Understands and utilizes media tools and social networking options in relation to advertising strategies
• Generates creative ideas for revenue growth strategies
• Designs advertisements as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

· Strong personal and sales skills to foster excellent relationships

· Proficient with electronic communications, computers and office equipment, including software that is beneficial to advertising sales and design

· Has strong command of the English language

Skills & Attitudes Required for Success in Job

· Is a motivated self-starter who is willing to take on the challenges of a rapidly changing news and advertising environment that is expanding to multiple platforms

· Is friendly, flexible, helpful and caring

· Is often the first encounter people have with the Church and represents the archdiocese professionally

· Excellent organization and time management skills

Relationships Requirements

· Strong interpersonal relationship skill

Resources for which accountable

· Advertising revenue