Advertising & Sponsorship Sales Representative
Location
Batesville, Arkansas (Local / Remote-Friendly with Local Outreach)
Job Type
Independent Contractor (Commission-Based)
Part-time or Full-time (Flexible Schedule)
About The Batesville Tribune
The Batesville Tribune is a growing independent digital news platform serving Batesville and surrounding North Arkansas communities. We focus on local news, community stories, events, business spotlights, and public-interest reporting. As we expand, we are seeking a motivated sales professional to help connect local businesses with affordable, effective advertising and sponsorship opportunities.
Position Overview
The Advertising & Sponsorship Sales Representative will be responsible for selling digital advertising, sponsored content, and community sponsorship packages to local and regional businesses. This role is ideal for a self-starter who enjoys relationship-building, community engagement, and commission-based earning potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, contact, and pitch advertising opportunities to local businesses
- Sell digital ads, sponsored articles, banner placements, and promotional packages
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with advertisers and sponsors
- Educate businesses on the value of local digital advertising and community exposure
- Meet or exceed monthly sales goals
- Coordinate with editorial and management teams on ad placement and sponsorship fulfillment
- Track leads, sales, and advertiser communications
Advertising Products You’ll Sell
- Website banner ads
- Sponsored news articles / business features
- Social media promotion packages
- Community sponsorships (events, special coverage, series)
- Long-term advertiser packages and recurring sponsorships
(Training and pricing sheets will be provided.)
Compensation
- Commission-based pay
- Residual / recurring commissions for ongoing advertisers
- Performance bonuses available as the platform grows
- No income cap — earnings directly reflect effort and results
Ideal Candidate
- Strong communication and persuasion skills
- Comfortable with cold outreach and in-person or phone sales
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented
- Familiar with Batesville and surrounding communities (preferred)
- Sales, marketing, or advertising experience is a plus (not required)
- Comfortable explaining digital advertising value to small businesses
What We Offer
- Flexible schedule
- Work independently with support from a growing media brand
- Opportunity to grow into a larger sales or management role
- Be part of strengthening local journalism and community voices
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a brief introduction and any relevant experience to:
Email: editor@batesvilletribune.com
Subject Line: Advertising Sales Representative Application
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