Advertising Director

Forum Communications Company • Williston, ND

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Williston Herald has been delivering trusted local journalism to Williston and western North Dakota since 1899. Known for best-in-class reporting and serving a fast-growing, resilient region, the Herald plays a vital role in keeping its community informed, connected, and engaged. Based in Williston - a hub for opportunity with a strong local economy, affordable cost of living, easy access to wide-open spaces, outdoor recreation, and small-town community life - this is a place where your work truly makes an impact. The Williston Herald is part of Forum Communications Company, a fifth-generation, family-owned media organization with more than 20 publications across the Upper Midwest, collectively reaching over 5 million readers each month.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Ten years experience leading an advertising or sales department.
• Experience preparing and managing annual revenue and expense budgets.
• Proven leadership skills with excellent communication skills.
• Strong understanding of the competitive media landscape including digital initiatives.
• Ability to manage under deadlines, multi-task and motivate employees.
• Knowledge of supervisory rules and policies.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by the company.
• Must carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall advertising sales direction and support, sales training, and accountability to Forum Communication Company sales teams.
• Direct and manage all advertising sales strategies across all platforms.
• Manage a team of local sales representatives while working with a core team of peers across the company.
• Coach and manage sales team members for continued success.
• Work with sales team members to ensure that advertising strategies are developed, and goals are attained.
• Create and maintain relationships with advertising partners.
• Communicate with the business office in regard to revenue forecasting, payments, sales variances, etc.
• Review sales contracts, sales goals, and all new sales initiatives.
• Talent acquisition, continued development, and supervision of new hire sales training program.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of openness and positive communication.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree