Sales Professional | Hybrid | New York or Midwest | Full-Time

Job Description

Job Title and Overview

Job Title: Sales Professional
Industry: Media/Entertainment
Location: New York City or Midwest (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $110K – $130K + Commission
Expected Hours: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote

Job Description

Billboard is hiring a Sales Professional with 8+ years of sales, media, and brand/agency experience. This role requires a strong background in selling 360 brand partnership programs, including branded content, tentpole activations, sponsorships, and digital media.

Billboard is experiencing significant growth, working with top-tier talent, music industry professionals, and Fortune 500 brands. This role offers the chance to be part of a dynamic team and contribute to the ongoing evolution of the Billboard brand.

We’re looking for someone who can effectively collaborate with a variety of stakeholders, including brand clients, agency partners, and creative teams while taking a consultative approach to sales. The ideal candidate will drive new revenue opportunities and develop strategic partnerships in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities of Sales Professional

• Strategically sell 360 brand partnership programs, including branded content, tentpole activations/sponsorships, and digital media
• Work with all stakeholders, including brand clients, agencies, social, creative, and PR teams
• Use a consultative, solution-based approach to meet client needs and drive growth
• Develop new revenue streams and product opportunities through innovative ideas
• Excel in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, adapting quickly to new opportunities
• Negotiate and close deals effectively, while maintaining strong communication with clients
• Prioritize building relationships with clients through in-person meetings and entertainment, ensuring long-term partnerships

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in sales, media, or brand/agency roles
• Proven ability to strategically sell 360 brand partnership programs, including branded content, activations, sponsorships, and digital media

Experience:

• Strong relationships with senior clients at both brand and agency partners, particularly in key verticals such as Auto, Spirits, CPG, Retail, and Insurance
• Experience driving revenue growth and developing new business opportunities

Skills:

• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with brand clients, agency, social, creative, and PR teams
• Flexible, with a high sense of urgency and ability to seize opportunities
• A consultative and solution-based approach to sales

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Base salary range of $110K – $130K, plus commission, with factors like specific skills, years of experience, and current employee comparisons determining actual pay. The total compensation package may also include performance-based bonuses.
  
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Billboard is committed to your health and wellness, offering a paid healthcare plan where the company covers 100% of monthly health, dental, and vision premiums for both employees and their families.
  
• 401(k) Plan: Eligible for company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan to help you save for the future.
  
• Paid Time Off: Access to paid time off (PTO) benefits, including vacation days, sick leave, and personal time to promote a healthy work-life balance.
  
• Growth Opportunities: Billboard provides opportunities for career development, growth, and advancement within the company, along with exposure to exciting, transformative projects in the media industry.
  
• Inclusive Work Environment: Be a part of a vibrant and inclusive culture, with a supportive, collaborative team environment. Billboard fosters diversity and values all backgrounds, experiences, and voices.
  
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite work for 4 days a week to promote team cohesion and collaboration, and 1 day working remotely.
  
• Additional Benefits: Other benefits include financial wellness programs, mental health resources, and access to exciting industry events.

How to Apply

To apply for the Sales Professional position at Billboard, please visit the official careers page.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equal-opportunity workplace. We celebrate and support diversity across all spectrums, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these characteristics. We believe in cultivating a work environment where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive, collaborate, and contribute to our company’s success. PMC promotes an inclusive culture, which enhances our teams’ performance, creativity, and innovation, ensuring every employee feels valued and respected.

Company Overview

About Billboard

Billboard is the world’s most influential music media brand, delivering unparalleled reporting on the latest music news, trends, and charts across all genres. Through Billboard Magazine, Billboard.com, and Billboard Events, we reach key executives, tastemakers, and millions of music fans worldwide. Billboard receives millions of daily brand impressions through strategic relationships with major companies across various industries, offering unique insights and content across print, digital, mobile, television, and live event platforms.

About PMC

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company. Our award-winning content reaches a passionate audience of 300+ million people across iconic brands like Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, and more. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles, PMC is a pioneer in digital media and owns cultural events like SXSW and LA3C. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, responsible working environment built on diverse backgrounds and experiences.

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