You want to work here. 5280 is Colorado's premier lifestyle media company, producing award-winning journalism across magazine, online, and social media platforms, as well as hosting Denver's top-tier events. 5280 magazine is among the nation's most acclaimed city magazines, reaching over 355,500 readers monthly. Our brand boasts one of the largest reaches in Colorado. Therefore, as our brand expands across the city, our sales team is ready to grow as well. That's where you come into the picture. We are hiring a professional sales person to deliver meaningful revenue for the company. You will work alongside some of the most seasoned, successful media sales professionals in the industry. We want someone who can not only keep up, but help set the pace for our growth.

Primary Responsibilities

Drive revenue across our offerings (magazine, digital, creative services and event sponsorship) while meeting and exceeding monthly sales goals
Manage an active account portfolio while also adding to your book of business by building a pipeline of new prospects.
Identify key advertising placement decision-makers and initiate and pursue productive, consultative relationships with local and national accounts
Maintain a high-volume of sales calls each week with clients and agencies to develop, present, and close revenue
Create compelling multimedia proposals and sponsorship packages
Use various sales tools, presentations, research, marketing and other resources to help effectively deliver sales messaging to clients
Attend networking, community, and client events and provide a strong representation of the 5280 brand
Generate ideas for new initiatives and new categories of business
Work directly with the Publisher, Advertising Director, and Marketing Director to develop custom programs for existing and new clients
Maintain and grow CRM database

Qualifications and Characteristics

3-5 years of media sales experience, with digital media experience preferred
Strong aptitude for selling high growth digital products and platforms
Self-motivated individual who is skilled at uncovering new prospects
Competitive spirit - you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy chasing down leads
Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
Hyper-organized and able to manage a large volume of accounts
Able to work well both independently and with a team in a collaborative environment

Benefits:

Health insurance (FSA, FSA dependent care, HSA options, Teledoc)
Vision and Dental coverage
Unlimited PTO
Hybrid office work environment
Paid parental leave
Public transportation or parking subsidies
401K
Fitness club membership option

Salary: Competitive base with uncapped commissions. Compensation guarantee negotiated based on experience and existing business relationships.

Base of $41,150 + competitive commission plan, with no cap. Estimated compensation of $90-$125K. Come make six figures with us!

About 5280 Elevated, Inc.

5280 is Colorado’s leading lifestyle media company that produces award-winning journalism through magazine, digital, and social media platforms in addition to Denver’s best-in-class events. 5280, the largest local magazine in Colorado, was first published in 1993. Its commitment to high-quality journalism has made it one of the country’s most respected regional publications. Since 2005, 5280 has been a finalist for eight National Magazine Awards, the industry’s highest honor, and in 2020, 5280 and 5280.com were named the best big city magazine and website in the US by the City and Regional Magazine Association. 5280.com has grown into Denver’s go-to lifestyle resource with a robust suite of newsletter products and large social media following. 5280 produces industry-leading events that bring the brand to life and are anticipated and talked about all year long.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

5280 is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of diverse abilities, backgrounds and life experiences to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

No phone calls, please.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resumé with the subject line “Advertising Executive” to salesjobs@5280.com.

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