Now Hiring - Rocky Mountain Student Media Corp - Advertising Sales Executive (Part-Time, 20 hrs./week) in Fort Collins, CO

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Position Overview Rocky Mountain Student Media Corporation (RMSMC) is seeking a motivated, relationship-driven Part-Time Advertising Sales Executive (20 hours/week) to support our growing media agency. This professional role focuses on generating new business, managing client accounts, and selling both digital and traditional media solutions to local and regional businesses that want to reach the Colorado State University community. The ideal candidate is a confident sales professional with strong communication skills, proven results, and the ability to thrive independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Advertising Sales & New Business Development * Manage an existing portfolio of advertising clients while proactively prospecting, cold-calling, networking, and generating new business. * Consult with clients to understand goals and recommend tailored advertising strategies across RMSMC's digital, print, audio, event, and specialty media platforms. * Develop and pitch advertising proposals, negotiate rates, and close sales to support ongoing revenue growth. Client Account Management * Plan, launch, and monitor advertising campaigns to ensure accuracy, performance, and client satisfaction. * Communicate regularly with clients, providing updates, recommendations, and campaign insights. * Maintain detailed client records, pipelines, and follow-ups in CRM and project management systems. Required Qualifications * Minimum two years of sales experience, ideally in media, advertising, or marketing. * Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales goals and maintain a strong sales pipeline. * Proficiency with communication and project management tools such as [please apply online] Slack, Mailchimp (or comparable platforms). * Experience using a CRM system (HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar) for sales tracking and communication. * Strong business writing and communication skills for proposals, client emails, pitches, and presentations. * Ability to interpret and communicate basic advertising metrics (impressions, CTR, reach, engagement). * Excellent interpersonal skills with a customer-focused, relationship-driven approach. * Highly organized with strong multitasking, prioritization, and time-management abilities--especially in a remote, part-time role. * Comfortable with cold outreach, networking, and presenting to groups. * Willingness to attend trainings, client meetings, campus events, and local business networking activities. Preferred Qualifications * Associate or bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, communications, business, or related field. * Experience selling digital media (social ads, programmatic, newsletters, branded content). * Experience working with small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). * Understanding of basic design principles or experience collaborating with creative teams. * Experience selling event sponsorships or experiential marketing activations. * Familiarity with college campuses, university marketing, or student media organizations. Salary, Benefits & Work Conditions * Flexible remote position, 20 hours per week, with two weekly meetings in the corporate office at CSU. * Base salary: $18,000-$22,000 annually, depending on experience. * Uncapped commission potential: Estimated minimum $10,000-$20,000+ annually. * Professional development opportunities and optional participation in campus and community events. How to Apply For full consideration, please send your resume and cover letter to: Christa Reed, Advertising & Marketing Director: [please apply online] Applications must be received by February 6, 2026. About Rocky Mountain Student Media Rocky Mountain Student Media Corporation (RMSMC) serves as the voice of Colorado State University and the city of Fort Collins. Our mission is twofold: * Provide CSU students with real-world, industry-level training that prepares them for successful careers in media, marketing, broadcasting, journalism, design, and production. * Deliver news, entertainment, and high-quality content to the CSU and Fort Collins communities. RMSMC includes 8 student-led departments and employs more than 350 students each year. Learn more: For our Equal Opportunity and DEI Statement, visit: Job Type: Part-time Pay: $18,000.00 - $22,000.00 per year Expected hours: 20 per week Benefits: * Flexible schedule * Paid time off * Paid training * Work from home Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fort Collins, CO 80523