Local Advertising Sales Representative – Flexible Schedule

Coffee News South Alabama Baldwin County, AL Independent Contractor (1099) | Commission-Based Want a flexible local sales opportunity where the customers you bring in can continue generating commission month after month? Coffee News South Alabama is looking for an outgoing, self-motivated Advertising Sales Representative to help local businesses promote themselves in our weekly Coffee News publications. This is a 1099 independent contractor sales position with a flexible schedule and recurring commission on advertising accounts you sell. This is not an MLM, franchise opportunity, recruiting position, or pay-to-join program. There are no startup fees, inventory purchases, or required investment. What You'll Be Selling Coffee News is a fun, positive weekly publication distributed free at restaurants, coffee shops, waiting areas, and other high-traffic locations throughout Baldwin County. Our advertisers are local businesses looking for an affordable way to stay visible in their community. What You'll Do Identify and contact local businesses that would be a good fit for Coffee News Meet or speak with business owners and decision-makers Explain Coffee News advertising options and benefits Follow up with prospects and close new advertising accounts Build relationships with advertisers and local business owners Develop your own book of recurring advertising accounts Compensation Commission on advertising accounts you sell Commission continues as your advertisers continue their campaigns Build recurring monthly commission rather than starting from zero each month No cap on commissions within available advertising inventory Why This Opportunity May Be a Good Fit Flexible schedule Work locally throughout Baldwin County No required office hours No startup costs or investment Established product and existing distribution network Recurring commission opportunity Training and sales materials provided Opportunity to build long-term relationships with local businesses Who We're Looking For You may be a good fit if you: Enjoy meeting and talking with business owners Are comfortable prospecting and following up Are self-motivated and able to manage your own schedule Have strong communication and relationship-building skills Are involved in or familiar with the local business community Have sales, networking, business ownership, real estate, media, or advertising experience Previous sales experience is helpful, but we are more interested in someone who is comfortable talking to people, dependable, and willing to consistently prospect for new business. About Coffee News South Alabama Coffee News is the “fun little newspaper” found in restaurants, coffee shops, waiting rooms, and other local businesses. Coffee News South Alabama publishes local editions serving communities throughout Baldwin County and connects local advertisers with thousands of readers each week. If you're looking for a flexible way to earn income by helping local businesses increase their visibility, we'd like to talk with you. Apply through Indeed with a resume or brief summary of your sales, business, or networking experience. Pay: $1,000.00 - $2,500.00 per month Benefits: Flexible schedule Work Location: On the road