Now Hiring - National Trust for Local News - Media Consultant/Inside Sales in South Portland, ME

Full description of the position

Media Consultant Inside Sales (Marketing Solutions) Do you love helping local businesses grow through smart, results-driven marketing? Join our sales team and partner with small and medium-sized businesses to deliver integrated marketing solutions that drive awareness, engagement, and revenue. The Worskspace tooMaine Trust for Local Newsthe state's largest media organizationis seeking an experienced and motivated Inside Media Sales Consultant to help local businesses succeed across a powerful mix of digital, print, and marketing services.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a trusted marketing advisor to local businesses
• Consult with clients to understand their goals and recommend customized marketing strategies
• Sell a full suite of advertising and marketing solutions, including digital, print, and emerging platforms
• Build and manage a strong pipeline through outbound and inbound sales efforts
• Collaborate with internal teams to execute campaigns and deliver measurable results
• Use CRM tools, reporting, and available technology to track activity and optimize performance

Who You Are

• Passionate about supporting local businesses and communities
• A proven sales professional with a consultative, solutions-oriented mindset
• Comfortable discussing digital marketing concepts such as audience targeting, performance metrics, and campaign optimization
• Tech-savvy, with strong computer skills and working knowledge of Google Workspace tools
• Organized, self-motivated, and results-driven
• A clear and confident communicatorboth written and verbal
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning About Maine Trust for Local News We are a network of trusted daily and weekly news brands with the largest digital publishing reach in Maine. Our portfolio includes the Portland Press Herald, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel, Sun Journal, Times Record, Forecaster papers, and more. Our sales consultants can seamlessly sell across all publications and platforms to deliver comprehensive marketing solutions for our clients. What We Offer
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities across our organization Maine Trust for Local News is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $48,857.96 - $58,839.69 per year Work Location: In person