Promotions & Consumer Event Sales Executive

Job Details

The Vacancy

Newsquest Media Group seeks a dynamic Promotions and Consumer Event Sales Executive to enhance reader interaction, engagement, and copy sales for our Eastern Counties newspapers and magazines. The role involves executing a promotional plan that aligns with our strategy and event sales program.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver promotions to boost single and multiple copy sales.
Present promotional plans to increase reader engagement and interaction.
Collaborate with Content colleagues to ensure promotional plans are communicated effectively.
Produce point-of-sale artwork and marketing plans for major promotions.
Track and report on competition engagement.
Manage outdoor events, including stock ordering, staff booking, and revenue tracking.
Maximize sales at events, ensuring a positive brand image.

Required Experience:

Proven experience in sales and promotions, preferably within the media or publishing industry.
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with various departments.
Experience in organizing and managing events, including logistics and staff coordination.
Proficiency in creating marketing materials and promotional content.
Ability to analyse competition engagement and report findings.

Please note that this role will involve hybrid working with a minimum of 1-2 days in the office and fieldwork as necessary to visit clients and oversee event sales.

Join us in a competitive, fun environment where your creativity and dedication will drive reader engagement and sales success.

The Company

Newsquest is a media company with a difference.

We are committed to bringing a voice to your region by investing in a passionate team of journalists who proudly serve their communities by sharing authoritative news that readers trust.

As well as dedicated sales teams which provide local businesses with highly responsive digital advertising and marketing solutions.

Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will consider any adjustments that could help you.

The Benefits

25 days holiday

Contributory pension

Cycle to work

Family friendly

Discounted gym membership

Discounts on short breaks & hotels

Discounted eyecare

Employee assistance program

Up to 40% cinema ticket savings