Contributing Photographer & Writer - Local Storyteller

What’s Up? Media is looking for a driven Advertising Account Executive to join our sales team. This role focuses on multi‑channel advertising, with an emphasis on print and digital, plus added sponsorship opportunities. If you’re a motivated closer who enjoys building long‑term client relationships and helping businesses grow, this could be a great fit. In this role, you’ll prospect new business, build customized advertising solutions, and guide clients through multi‑channel campaigns designed to deliver real results.

Key Responsibilities

Prospect and secure new long‑term advertising clients

Build strong relationships by understanding client goals and recommending tailored solutions

Develop and execute multi‑channel advertising campaigns across print, digital, and sponsorships

Make up to 50+ outbound calls per day to set appointments

Present and close sales through in‑person and Zoom meetings

Ideal Candidate

Self‑motivated and comfortable working independently

Proven sales success, preferably in advertising, media, or publishing (preferably with experience in multi‑channel media)

Strong communication and organizational skills

Results‑driven, deadline‑focused, and able to manage multiple campaigns at once

Committed to building lasting client relationships through strong presentations and service

We Offer

Full‑time position with high earning potential

Competitive commission and bonus structure

401(k) with up to a 3% employer match

Comprehensive health insurance with employer contributions

How to Apply
Please email to toaraymond@whatsupmag.com and include the following:

Resume

Cover letter that includes:

Your most successful sales story

Your salary requirements

Your address and phone number

Food/Dining Writers Wanted for What’s Up? Media
Are you passionate about food? Do you have a way with words—and maybe a favorite local taco truck you love? Join our What’s Up? Media team as a contract Food Writer and turn your taste buds into storytelling magic!

We’re looking for people who:

Love trying new restaurants, recipes, or food trends

Can craft compelling, engaging articles about food, dining, chefs, and the local scene

Have strong writing skills and a clear, fun, or informative voice

Can meet deadlines and collaborate with the assignment editor

What you’ll do:

Write restaurant reviews
ews, chef/owner interviews, dining guide updates, and foodie features

Explore the local culinary scene and spotlight hidden gems

Share your authentic perspective and make readers hungry for more

Bonus points if you:

Have photography skills or a tasty‑looking Instagram

Know your way around SEO or social media

Have previous writing or journalism experience (not required—just bring the passion!)

Perks

Your byline in the region’s top lifestyle publications

Great clips for your portfolio

A chance to eat your way through the area (yes, really)

Meal reimbursements and writing compensation

Contributing Photographers and Writers
What’s Up? Media would like to discuss collaborations with local photographers and writers. As our publishing company continues to grow and develop the storytelling
ews that our Chesapeake Bay‑region readership has come to rely upon, we are seeking visionaries who can bring stories to life, visually and through the written word.

If you are a photographer, writer, or both (!), please introduce yourself, share a few clips, and let us know how your ideas could fit within our fleet of local magazines. Compensation is contractually arranged based on variables including experience, market, and scope of project. Send emails, notes, ideas, and attachments to editor@whatsupmag.com and please include “Contributing Photographer” or “Contributing Writer” in the subject line.

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