Head of Advertising Sales Job at Embarcadero Media Foundation in Palo Alto

Join to apply for the Director of Sales role at Embarcadero Media Foundation . Are you passionate about the health of our local communities? Do you want to help ensure local news continues to thrive in the Bay Area? The Embarcadero Media Foundation is seeking a passionate Director of Sales to grow our advertising products with local businesses and support our sales team. We believe in the vital importance of local news as a cornerstone of healthy democracy. We seek to enhance the quality of life and democracy in the San Francisco Bay Area by reporting and publishing high quality local news and information that lead to a more informed, equitable, engaged and cohesive community. After serving our communities as a for-profit company for over 40 years, we have converted to non-profit status to focus on our public value and rely more explicitly on our communities to maintain our sustainability. Our publications include the Palo Alto Weekly, Pleasanton Weekly, the Almanac and hyperlocal digital news sites and newsletters serving 11 communities on the Mid Peninsula and Tri-Valley. We have earned decades of trust and in 2023 earned 31 awards from the California News Publisher Association, and we are commonly seen by our readers as the voice of the community. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Sales to lead our advertising sales team. The ideal candidate will have deep experience selling advertising products, understand the business landscape of the mid-Peninsula, and be an expert in techniques that drive new customer acquisition. As a non-profit, our revenue comes from donations, subscriptions and print and digital advertising from local businesses. We are a digital-first company and will focus on growing digital products, including shifting spend from existing customers toward digital offerings. Revenue Generation: Develop and execute innovative sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets, develop new customers and shift our sales from print to digital. Team Leadership: Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a high-performing sales team. Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and adjust sales strategies accordingly. Sales Support: Support our veteran sales representatives to achieve their goals and minimize non-selling activity. Sales Operations: Oversee sales operations, including CRM management, sales forecasting, and pipeline management. Health and dental insurance ~403(b) retirement plan ~ Opportunity to work for a mission-driven organization that makes a real difference in your community ~ Be a part of a team of passionate community builders If you love this and want to help, please reach out for a discussion. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field ~10+ years of experience in media sales, preferably in local news or digital media ~ Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and managing high-performing teams ~ Proficiency in sales CRM and analytics tools ~ A deep understanding of digital advertising and emerging media trends ~ A passion for local news and a commitment to community journalism #