Digital Sales Rep (Commission Only)

JOB SUMMARY
AFK Media, Owner of AFKInsider.com and AFKTravel.com are hiring for an Independent Digital Sales Representative. AFKTravel and AFKInsider are subsidiaries of Moguldom Media Group, parent of Bossip, MadameNoire, HipHopWired and Styleblazer.
AFKInsider is a premier website that's leading the global conversation on why it's important to invest in Africa. AFKTravel is the only comprehensive U.S.-based resource on the internet devoted solely to travel to and within the continent of Africa, from Cairo to Cape Town, and Morocco to Mozambique.
This position requires independent and informed judgment and knowledge for executing appropriate sales strategies. We are looking for people who want to make a difference in today's world and at the same time be rewarded financially for it. The Sales Representative will be responsible for building business by identifying and selling digital products and maintaining relationships with clients.
Individual must have experience selling advertising to clients nationwide with preferred experience selling in the digital advertising media. Experience preparing proposals and presentations an advantage. Experience working with ad agencies a plus as well.
Potential for income is unlimited.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Identifies business opportunities by identifying prospects and evaluating their position in the industry; researching and analyzing sales options.
• Sells products by establishing contact and developing relationships with prospects; recommending solutions.
• Maintains relationships with clients by providing support, information, and guidance; researching and recommending new opportunities; recommending profit and service improvements.
• Identifies product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors.
• Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Business Development Skills, i.e. cold calling and relationship management
• Experience creating proposals and working with business owners
• Business acumen knowledge required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment; must be self-motivated and have initiative to perform at the highest level
• Experience preparing proposals an advantage
• Strong computer and internet skills
• Ability to prepare and analyze data for reports
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and personal conduct
• Exceptional presentation and prospecting skills
• Negotiation and sales planning skills

Education and Experience
Minimum 1-2 years of sales experience in publication, TV or radio.
Compensation
30-50% of Sales (Commission Only)
Unlimited Income Potential