APL Media Limited

Media Sales Executive - National Geographic Traveller (UK)

London
Posted 10 days ago

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Media Sales Executive - National Geographic Traveller (UK)

Summary APL Media Limited, the publisher of National Geographic Traveller (UK), is looking for a dynamic and results-oriented media sales executive to join its Kentish Town-based team.

As Media Sales Executive, you’ll report directly to the director of sales – National Geographic Traveller (UK). You’ll be focusing on developing new business relationships for National Geographic Traveller (UK) through sourcing, developing and selling advertising campaigns to a range of both public and private sector clients across a range of industries.

Key duties and responsibilities Selling advertising campaigns to run in National Geographic Traveller (UK) Working with other members of the team to ensure sales targets are consistently met or exceeded Cultivating new business relationships with senior decision-makers at advertising agencies and marketing firms, and directly with client organisations Crafting compelling pitches and proposals that showcase the unique value of National Geographic Traveller (UK)’s offering Overseeing the entire sales cycle, from finding new leads to contract closure and campaign development Fostering strong working relationships with internal teams, including editorial, design and production

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About you Previous experience within a media sales executive role or similar Previous experience with cold-calling and securing new clients through self-generated leads Results-driven, with a proven track record of exceeding sales targets Able to work well independently and as part of a wider team A self-starter and a quick learner, who’s willing to get stuck in Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal Comfortable speaking with a range of clients at different levels Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities Proficiency in report literacy A love of travel and a strong affinity for the National Geographic Traveller (UK) brand Comprehensive grasp of the media landscape Resilient, ambitious and a dedicated team player

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What we offer Basic salary coupled with unrivalled commission. Opportunities for additional bonuses based on page uplifts and both personal and team performance. Medicash healthcare plan, including discounted gym membership and mental health support. Enhanced parental leave. Opportunity for a charity day with a chosen cause. One week office closure over Christmas. Regular social events. Summer hiking trip. Cycle to work scheme. Regular training sessions.

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Skills

Media Sales
Cold Calling
Client Acquisition
Sales Targets
Communication Skills
Presentation Skills
Organizational Skills
Report Literacy
Teamwork
Self-Starter
Quick Learner
Relationship Building
Advertising Campaigns
Proposal Writing
Travel Enthusiasm
Media Landscape Knowledge