Deadline: Junior Sales Associate, Digital

Penske Media • New York City, NY

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Deadline is the authoritative source for breaking news in the entertainment industry, regularly included on lists of top entertainment websites. Influential industry thought leaders and key decision-makers in the entertainment, financial and other business fields regularly track Deadline.com for news breaks. Due to its avid audience, Deadline.com’s postings regularly receive more reader comments than all entertainment industry news sites combined. Deadline is adding a Junior Sales Associate to our staff in our New York offices. We are seeking an individual with a positive attitude, who prides themselves on being a team-player and is always willing to learn. This position is ideal for someone looking to build a career in media sales, with exposure to both domestic and global markets. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience in media, advertising, sales, or a related field (internships welcome)
• Familiarity with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Support U.S. and international sales teams in day-to-day operations and campaign execution
• Assist with client communications, including proposal follow-ups, campaign updates, and general inquiries
• Assist Sales with Salesforce management
• Build and manage sales trackers, pipelines, and reporting documents
• Conduct research to identify new business leads, target accounts, and key decision-makers
• Source and verify client contacts using internal tools and external platforms
• Coordinate internally with marketing, editorial, ad operations, and finance teams to support campaign delivery
• Assist in the preparation of sales materials, presentations, and media kits using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Support RFP responses and assist in creating tailored client pitches
• Participate in team meetings and contribute insights on market trends and opportunities

Benefits

• PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match
• Company discounts and perks including Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Mortgage discounts, and a variety of other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials
• Flexible Vacation Policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed