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Overview

The Colorado Trust for Local News (COTLN) is seeking a dynamic, results-driven and highly motivated Marketing Solutions Executive to join our team. This role is responsible for generating new business opportunities by offering solutions-based sales, managing existing accounts, and working closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective advertising campaigns for clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in media sales, with a passion for driving business growth through innovative marketing strategies. Will consider coachable candidates with an inability to take no for an answer and a high level of urgency hustle. A candidate with both a track record for success and urgency is optimal. This is a hybrid position with some flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Independent prospecting of opportunities that will drive new business.
• Ability to identify opportunities for growth within a current customer base.
• Develop and execute comprehensive advertising strategies across various platforms, including digital media and traditional print. Create tailored proposals by thoroughly understanding and analyzing the client’s needs.
• Manage existing accounts by developing and implementing tailored marketing plans, regularly communicating with clients, and providing exceptional customer service.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the company's products and services to effectively communicate their value to clients.
• Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of print and digital advertising campaigns and optimize as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven entrepreneurial spirit and self-starter mentality.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in advertising, sales, customer service or a related field, preferably in a new business or an account acquisition-centric role(s).
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding goals.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Experience with business development and account management.

The Colorado Trust for Local News is a proud equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

Additional information

The Colorado Trust for Local News includes digital sites, newsletters, and weekly and monthly newspapers that serve much of the Front Range and its counties, including Adams, Arapahoe, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Elbert, Jefferson and Weld. The portfolio includes publications with more than 100 years of history serving these communities. 

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on local communities and contribute to the mission of preserving quality journalism in Colorado. If you are passionate about the future of local news and possess the skills and experience outlined above, we encourage you to apply.

How to apply

Please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications to Brooke Warner at brooke@ntln.org.