About the Role
The Manager, Underwriting Sales will lead a geographically distributed sales team across WAMC's seven-state coverage area, overseeing all sponsorship revenue activities for the Hudson Valley, Greater Albany, Saratoga, the Berkshires, and Southern Vermont. This position is responsible for achieving revenue budgets, coaching and developing Account Executives, and overseeing sales strategy and inventory management.
The ideal candidate is a sales leader with a strong understanding of broadcast inventory management and media research, and a familiarity with WAMC's regional market and demographics.
Full-time, on-site.
Target Compensation:$75,000-$90,000 (Base + Commission & Bonuses).
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Stacey Rosenberry at srosenberry@wamc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Requirements
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities
Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills
Understanding of broadcast inventory management and media research
Knowledge of CRM systems and sales management software
Ability to analyze and apply audience demographic data
Budget creation and financial management experience
Familiarity with public radio, FCC underwriting regulations, and mission-driven media
Experience
Minimum 5-7 years of media sales experience, including management responsibilities
About the Company
WAMC is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of WAMC that all employees and applicants for employment will be treated and considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other protected classification.