Now Hiring - Mountain Xpress - Outside Sales Associate in Asheville, NC

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Work for a local company that has covered the local scene for 30 years! Mountain Xpress newspaper is a supportive, team-oriented environment serving local readers and businesses. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic advertising sales representative. Ideal candidates are personable, organized, motivated, and can present our company with confidence. Necessary skills include clear and professional communications (via phone, email, and in-person meetings), detailed record- keeping, and self motivation. Experience dealing with varied and challenging situations is helpful. The position's responsibilities include account development and lead generation (including cold-calling), account management, assisting clients with marketing and branding strategies. If you are a high energy, positive, cooperative person looking to join an independent media organization, please send your resume along with a cover letter describing your interest in this position and the skills/experience you offer. This is a noncommissioned position. There is potential for a performance-based annual bonus. Please include a cover letter with your application. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * Outside sales: 1 year (Preferred) * Mac OS: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute: * Asheville, NC 28801 (Required) Work Location: In person