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Advertising Salespeople

Advertising salespeople sell air time on radio and TV stations. They also sell page space in newspapers and magazines.

Advertising salespeople persuade businesses to run ads. Depending on the size of the employer and the salesperson's talents, they may also do the design, layout, and production of these samples.

Advertising Salespeople are in the Marketing, Sales, and Service career cluster and the Professional Sales pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$23.07 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   6.8%

Below statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Prepare and give sales presentations to new and existing customers. Explain how company's advertising can promote products and services.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers and other industry contacts.
  • Process all paperwork related to sales accounts. This may include letters, memos, bids, and billing.
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Job Title Examples:

 Advertising Consultant,  Advertising Representative,  Display Advertising Sales Representative 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.