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Multimedia Advertising Sales Representative Embarcadero Media is a multimedia company with websites, email news digests (Express) and community newspapers on the Peninsula, in the East Bay and in Marin. We are the leader in community news and local advertising solutions in the markets we serve. More residents in our communities turn to our websites, email news digests and print media as the primary choice for local news and information. We are looking for an aggressive, sophisticated Outside Sales Representative for a prime display ad sales territory on the Peninsula. Experience in online, social media, search marketing, and print media sales is a plus. Familiarity with the advertising industry and selling solutions to local and regional businesses is required. We offer salary, commission, bonus plan, health benefits, paid time off and an environment where success and achievement is rewarded. Most importantly, the successful candidate must have a drive to be a top performer and enjoy working with clients who are looking to our company to provide them with cost effective and efficient advertising solutions. Consultative selling approaches are key to success in this position. If you have the passion to achieve great success in your career and believe you can contribute significantly to our leadership position in the market, please send your resume and a brief summary as to why you believe you are the right candidate for this outstanding opportunity. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Tom Zahiralis, Vice President Sales and Marketing tzahiralis@embarcaderopublishing.com
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