Ad Sales Assistant Part-Time

Ad Sales Assistant Part-Time - Immediate Opening

Fully Remote - Must be located in Wisconsin

Out & About Wisconsin is a digital media and marketing company that connects organizers, promoters, creators and owners of things to do in Wisconsin with the people looking to do them.

We are seeking an Ad Sales Assistant located in Wisconsin to join our team in a fully remote capacity on a 3 month temporary contract basis with potential to move to permanent hire. The person in this position will work closely with the principal and existing contract staff but be responsible for self-directed productivity to complete tasks and projects in a timely manner.

Responsibilities primarily consist of data entry in CMS, website content entry/updates, account contact verification, emailing information as requested, follow-up communication as needed and miscellaneous administrative tasks as needed.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

- Posting blog content (text and images) on website

- Adding online calendar listings

- Posting to social media

- Calling advertisers and prospects to identify proper contact

- Emailing information at request of prospect, client or sales staff

- Calling to verify accuracy of submitted calendar listings

- Contacting advertisers for ad proof approvals

- Entering related notes and scheduling calls in Contact Management System as needed

- Proofreading ads and editorial

- Supporting sales staff and principal as otherwise needed

Requirements:

• Superior attention to detail
• Proficiency with various back-end and content systems (website, calendar, CMS)
• Excellent phone/voice communication skills
• Excellent email communication skills
• Outstanding organization and prioritization skills
• Positive and professional attitude
• Willingness to learn new skills and systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Prior experience in an office environment required (sales, publishing or advertising preferred)
• Prior experience with contact management systems preferred
• Team player with exceptional follow-through and desire to contribute
• Must be able to adapt & meet challenges of a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

Contract terms –

• Must reside in Wisconsin
• 3 month term of initial contract
• Status of independent contractor- fully remote work
• 20 hr./week consisting of a regularly scheduled 4-5 day work/week (details negotiated upon hire)
• Compensation: $17/hr - $20/hr
• Must have 24/7/365 access to/own a working computer and phone with good connectivity and reliable internet service as the position is remote and systems are cloud based.
• Paid bi-weekly
• Submission of completed/signed W-9 required to start.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement

Work Location: Remote