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Manteramedia

Business Development Associate

Manteramedia, Bakersfield, California, United States, 93399

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Marketing Director/CEO Mantera Advertising, Inc. | Father of 2 amazing kids. ABOUT MANTERA

Mantera Media is a results-driven marketing agency offering everything digital. With a 98% client retention rate and a strong reputation for digital, we empower our clients with real growth through managed digital marketing

POSITION SUMMRY Mantera is seeking Business Development Associate to join our team. This is a hybrid opportunity offering base hourly pay or commission-based earnings with recurring residuals. Designed for professionals with strong business networks who thrive meeting new people. Business Development Associate serve as the front line of our sales pipeline, generating leads, conducting outreach, qualifying prospects, and referring opportunities for closing.

WHY ANTERA

98% Retention Rate – We onboard an average of 60 clients each year and lose no more than 2 per year. Our track record shows that once clients join, thy stay.

Monthly Contracts: No longer term contracts. We work every month to keep our clients.

16+ Years Experience: Delivering effective solutions across all industries.

Team Strength: 42+ creatives, strategists, and developers working around the clock.

Speed & Responsiveness: Quick, reliable replies to every phone call and email.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Research & qualify prospects: Review company websites, social media, online reviews, and business listings to understand their brand and identify the best decision-maker (owner, marketing director, etc.).

Initiate outreach & conversations: Confidently connect with business owners through calls, networking, email, LinkedIn, and in-person visits to start genuine, two-way conversations.

Lead with curiosity: Ask thoughtful questions, listen actively, and uncover each prospect’s goals, challenge, and timelines.

Track activity in AirTable: Log leads, notes, priority level, and handoff status to keep the pipeline organized and up to date.

Nurture relationships: Maintain ongoing contact through networking, prospecting, and consistent follow-up to build trust and a steady flow of opportunities.

Handoff qualified leads: Provide Matt Molina with a clear summary of the prospect’s needs, context, and next steps. Matt will handle all negotiations and proposal/contract development.

Patience is key: This is a luxury service, not a quick-sale environment. Success comes from patience, professionalism, and meaningful conversations over time, not high-pressure tactics. Take your time and lead with quality conversations.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Advertising Services

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