Advertising Sales Jobs

Advertising Sales jobs are ideal for those who enjoy meeting and dealing with people as a major part of their business lives. As with any sales-oriented position, great inter-personal skills are essential, along with good organization and commercial awareness. A job in advertising sales can involve selling or soliciting advertising throughout a wide range of media, from computers to publications. If you choose to work in this field you may find yourself selling by telephone, or online, or by travelling to meet clients.

Employment prospects are good, with more job openings forecast despite the decline in print media, once the traditional home of advertising sales jobs. Growth is expected in new media outlets, such as the Internet and cable television, good places to look for an opening if you have an interest in those fields.

This is a career where a college degree is not essential - personal qualities and a willingness to work hard are the major factors in achieving success. If you’re a naturally persuasive person, with a good telephone manner, confidence and an outgoing personality, you should consider an advertising sales job. An ability with numbers is also useful, as you will be negotiating deals and required to keep meticulous records.

There are no minimum qualifications for those looking for their first job in advertising sales, although college degrees in media-related subjects are welcomed by employers. The prospects are bright for those willing to work hard, as most companies have a promotion structure based on results. New entrants usually start work as sales executives, moving to management positions if they show talent and application. Salaries are variable and often target based – an experienced sales executive could expect to earn between $30,000 and $64,000 annually.