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BEACON Senior Newspaper

Marketing/Sales Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $18–$22/hr

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Grand Junction, CO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Advertising and Marketing Sales Assistant provides administrative support to sales teams and assists with sales of advertising and marketing services to business clients. Advertising and marketing may incorporate different media including print, text and online listings and services and may be targeted to a specific geographic area.

$47,876 / year median in Colorado

-11% projected decline

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Job Description

About us BEACON Senior News

OUR COMPANY

Today's aging Americans are more active and more affluent than any generation before them. The BEACON Senior News is a lifestyle brand focusing on adults 50+ in Colorado, with award winning print, digital and events that bring happiness, hope and help to seniors and those who serve them. Each month we touch the lives of over 100,000 seniors throughout Colorado.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

We are looking for a Marketing/Sales Assistant with a strong commitment to personal growth and customer service. Candidates must be well organized and reliable, possess excellent communication and computer skills, and have a keen eye for detail.

DESCRIPTION

TheMarketing/Sales Assistant helps to identify and call on new prospects and support Advertising Executives in securing new business, nurturing relationships and creating effective advertising campaigns for clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Prospect for new clients using phone calls, emails and texting
Research prospective companies using LinkedIn, Facebook and AI
Enter and update client information in our industry-specific CRM software
Process contracts, send out thank you letters, and deliver some publications
Facilitate the production of advertisements that bring our clients more customers
Contact current clients for ad changes
Submit changes to our design team
Proofread ads for errors
Build lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with clients and community
Track account activities; maintain records, history and reports
Suggest innovative ideas to reach new customers and increase sales
Professionally represent company to clients and at events
Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent
Some college or comparable experience preferred
Proficiency in using Windows OS, Microsoft Office, and G Suite
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Reliable transportation

PAY:

$18-$22 per hour plus bonuses

BENEFITS

Access to health care through Appleton Clinics
Gym membership at Crossroads Fitness
Paid sick leave and time off

POSITION STATUS

Full-time (M-Th, 9-4, 24-35 hours per week)

REPORTS TO

Advertising Director

TO APPLY

Submit cover letter and resume BEACON Senior Newspaper provided the following inclusive hiring information: We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Age-inclusive Paid time off

Job Types:

Part-time, Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply