Advertising Sales & Operations Coordinator Job at Building Salt Lake in Salt Lak

Advertising Sales & Operations Coordinator

Building Salt Lake is Utah’s leading source for news and analysis on commercial real estate, development and urban policy. We reach a growing audience of industry professionals, public officials, and engaged readers through our website, newsletter and expanding multimedia offerings. Our mission is to provide trusted, independent coverage that helps shape the future of the Wasatch Front.

We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Advertising Sales & Operations Coordinator to help us grow and manage our advertising revenue across newsletters, web and podcasts. This is a remote, part-time or full-time role with room to grow as our business expands.

What You’ll Do

• Prospect, pitch and close new advertising and sponsorship opportunities across email, web and podcasts.
• Maintain relationships with existing advertisers, ensuring renewals and upsells.
• Develop and deliver media kits, proposals, and campaign summaries.
• Manage ad inventory and scheduling across multiple weekly newsletters and digital placements.
• Ensure that ad copy, logos and creative assets are collected and published accurately and on time.
• Implement a simple tracking system (Airtable, HubSpot, or similar) to log placements, campaigns and performance.

Revenue Operations

• Help refine pricing, packaging and ad options for digital and audio sponsorships.
• Support basic reporting — tracking revenue, campaign performance and fulfillment accuracy.
• Coordinate with editorial and design teams on placement logistics and timing.

Podcast & New Products

• Collaborate on sponsorship structures and inventory for podcast(s) to be released at a future date.
• Assist with outreach and sales for early podcast advertisers and cross-channel sponsorships.

Who You Are

• A self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple client relationships and deadlines.
• Experienced (or eager to learn) in digital media advertising, sales, or account management.
• Tech-savvy — comfortable using spreadsheets, CRMs, or lightweight project management tools.
• Enthusiastic about urban development, real estate, and local journalism.
• Willing to be nimble and adjust to a remote work environment in a small company.

Bonus points if you have experience selling newsletter, podcast, or digital ad inventory.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $50,000–$55,000 (depending on experience)
• Commission: 15% of new ad and sponsorship revenue closed
• Renewal bonus: 7.5% for repeat or upsold campaigns
• Annual bonus: Up to $2,000 for strong fulfillment performance and client satisfaction
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Two weeks paid time off
• 9 paid holidays per year
• Fully remote and flexible work schedule, based in SLC area
• Opportunity to shape the future of an independent local media company

Expected total annual compensation (base + commission + bonuses): $55,000–$75,000+ depending on performance.

Why This Role Matters

This position will play a key role in expanding Building Salt Lake’s impact and sustainability. Your work will directly fund our ability to hire another reporter, deepen our coverage, and build new products like podcasts and events. You’ll be joining a small, mission-driven team during an exciting stage of growth — with opportunities to shape both the business and our audience experience.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest to info@buildingsaltlake.com.