Sales Development Representative (Advertising Sales Assistant)

At Times Union Media Group, we don’t believe in average—we aim for extraordinary! As a leader in the media industry, we provide powerful, multimedia solutions that drive success for our clients. Now, we’re expanding our team and looking for driven, dynamic, and energetic Sales Development Representative (Advertising Sales Assistant) to join us on this exciting journey!

You will be focused on accelerating our sales pipeline in the form of prospecting new business opportunities, and actively taking part in setting goals, target markets, email blast messaging and campaign schedules. A key goal in 2025 is to further expand our advertiser footprint across Hearst Connecticut Media Group, and we are seeking a passionate and high-energy Sales Development Representative (Advertising Sales Assistant) to play a strategic role in accomplishing this objective. You will be at the forefront of our sales efforts, responsible for driving revenue growth by identifying, qualifying, nurturing, and selling to high-quality leads that feed directly into our sales pipeline. You will work closely with the Sales and Marketing teams to execute targeted prospecting strategies, engage potential customers, and actively drive new business.

We seek an individual eager to begin as a Sales Development Representative (Advertising Sales Assistant) with the opportunity to advance into a Sales Rep/Account Executive position. 

This role will be a hybrid role, but you must be able to go into the office 3 days a week in the Albany, NY office.

• Fast-Track Your Career – This entry-level role is your gateway to a high-powered sales career. Most SDRs get promoted to Sales Reps within 6-12 months, based on performance.
• Uncapped Earning Potential – Once you step into a Sales Rep/Account Executive role our top performers can earn up to $200K+ annually.
• World-Class Sales Training – We don’t just hire talent—we build it! Our industry-leading training program will turn you into a sales powerhouse.
  Work for a Media Giant – Be part of a thriving, innovative company that values ambition, performance, and growth.
  Love Talking to People? – If you're outgoing, persuasive, and thrive on making connections, this is the perfect role for you!

At Hearst, we don’t do average—we dominate. As a powerhouse in the media industry, we deliver cutting-edge multimedia solutions to our clients, and now, we’re looking for high-energy, ambitious go-getters to join our elite team of Advertising Sales Assistant  This isn’t just a job—it’s a launchpad to a lucrative sales career where your talent and hustle will be rewarded. If you love connecting with people, crushing goals, and making money, you’re exactly who we want!

• Skyrocket Your Career – This is your chance to fast-track into sales. Most SDRs get promoted to Sales Reps within 6-12 months—your success determines your speed.
• Elite Training & Mentorship – We don’t just teach sales—we craft sales rockstars. Our hands-on coaching will sharpen your skills and set you up for unstoppable success.
• Join a Media Powerhouse – Work for a respected industry leader that values drive, ambition, and results. Live for the Hustle? – If you thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments and love the thrill of closing deals, this is where you belong.

If you’re hungry, competitive, and ready to turn ambition into action, don’t wait. Apply now and take the first step toward a career that pays big and rewards boldness!

With 2,500 employees across the nation, HNP represents a network of 24 daily and 52 weekly publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News and Albany Times Union, several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites, marketing services businesses, and entertainment businesses such as King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories–growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, evolving platforms–to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired. 

Be a part of something bigger–Your Headline Awaits!

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