Ad Manager - Norther Westchester

Are you passionate about online sales and
advertising? Are you entrepreneur at heart?
Do you love the idea of building a new online
business from the ground up? Are you
equally comfortable with client visits and
web analytics? If so, keep reading….



We’re Patch.com an internet startup owned
by a major global online media company
looking to re-invent local online advertising,
and we’re seeking a web- savvy sales person
to be the Local Advertising Manager of a
dynamic new site devoted to news and
information about suburban markets
throughout Northern Westchester.



In this job, you’ll be working closely with
local advertisers -- from mom and pops to
large regional clients, as their local online
advertising expert. You’ll know your own
platform (and others) backwards and
forwards so you can present complete
advertising solutions. You may even decide
to host a local seminar on how to achieve the
best results by advertising on the web. As
the top local business executive you will
attend chamber and trade functions, get
involved in community groups, head up
charitable efforts, and maintain a highly
visible presence in the business community.



It’s the right job for an utterly self-motivated
individual who gets an adrenaline rush from
starting up a business, obsesses over
numbers and analytics, and can work flexible
hours. Ideal candidates will have in-depth
understanding of current and emerging
media. Preferably, you’re a local resident
yourself, you have a car, and you’re plugged
into the local business communities we are
covering.

It will be a huge, live-and-breathe-it
endeavor, which is why we’re offering
competitive compensation, benefits nod
performance-based bonuses.



Job Responsibilities:

The Advertising Manager is responsible for
advertising sales to businesses in local
markets. Will sell advertising inventory to
include: banner ads, e-newsletters, video,
and more. Will presents promotional
opportunities and display options to store
owners/management. Identifies and pursues
opportunities to increase sales of current and
new offerings. Will handle ad sales, inventory
management, and “own” the online
advertising for assigned local markets. As
the Ad Manager you will also be responsible
for assisting in coordinating local event
sponsorships and attending them, possibly
on weekends.



Required skills:

Top notch sales and marketing instincts.
Should have the willingness to act as a media
consultant and the ability to close/ask for
the sale. Will understand online advertising
and also have ability to manage sales,
inventory, design and other aspects of online
advertising simultaneously.



Desired skills:

Passionate about the web, social networking,
and online community websites. Be able to
quickly grasp the interests, rhythms, and
identity of a community. Unparalleled
organizational skills. Must have great
interpersonal and communication skills and
enjoy working hard.



Educational background:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or
related discipline. 1-3 years of directly
related experience.



Unique requirements:

Must be a flexible, independent, self-starter
– you’ll work from home, the coffee shop,
your car, and in and out of businesses
everyday. Must own a car. Must be willing to
relocate or live near or in the markets we are
hiring. Ability and willingness to work
various hours outside of the typical M-F and
9-5. To include some weekends.

If you meet the above requirements please forward a resume and cover letter to Lauren@Patch.com to be considered for the Ad Manager position.