Digital Sales Specialist

Title: Digital Sales Specialist 

Join Our Growing Sales Team! 

Hearst is expanding its sales force in Austin, TX, and we want you to be part of it! We provide turn-key digital marketing solutions for small to medium businesses, helping them grow through SEO, PPC, social media, web design, marketing automation, and print advertising. If you love building client relationships, driving new business, and increasing your income, this is the opportunity for you! 

What You’ll Do: 

• Prospect, pitch, and close digital advertising solutions for SMBs. 

• Sell SEO/SEM, social media marketing, reputation management, and mobile optimization. 

• Own the entire sales cycle, from lead generation to closing, with full support from our Customer Experience team. 

• Stay on top of market trends and provide feedback to refine strategies. 

• Become a trusted marketing advisor, helping clients maximize their digital presence. 

• Exceed sales targets while earning uncapped commissions! 

   

What We’re Looking For: 

• Sales-driven professional with a passion for digital marketing. 

• Competitive, results-oriented, and energetic approach to business development. 

• Tech-savvy with strong computer skills; digital marketing experience is a plus! 

• Previous outside sales experience preferred, but a winning attitude is key. 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

• Valid U.S. driver’s license & reliable transportation required. 

Why Join Us? 

• Fun, fast-paced work environment—never a dull moment! 

• Paid digital sales training to set you up for success. 

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commissions = unlimited earning potential! 

• Growth opportunities within a thriving company. 

• Health, dental, 401(k), paid time off—we take care of our team. 

Our Benefits: At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development, but we also believe in promoting each individual’s physical, financial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family).  Our industry-leading benefits include: 

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy. 

• Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets. 

• Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation. 

• Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents. 

• Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones. 

• Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits. 

• LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual’s unique needs. 

• Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey. 

• Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too – helping you keep them happy and healthy. 

• And more, click here for additional benefits and details. 

Ready to grow your career with a leader in digital marketing? Apply today! 

About Hearst Austin Media:Hearst Austin Media, a division of Hearst Communications, is a leading multimedia company that offers exciting opportunities for professionals passionate about journalism, digital media, and community engagement. One of its flagship publications, the Austin American-Statesman, serves as a vital news source for Central Texas, covering everything from local politics and culture to business and innovation. As part of a well-respected national media network, Hearst Austin Media provides employees with the tools, mentorship, and scale of a major organization while maintaining a deep commitment to local storytelling and impact. Joining this team means becoming part of a dynamic newsroom with a rich legacy and a forward-looking vision, making it an excellent opportunity for job seekers looking to grow in a meaningful and innovative media environment. 

About Hearst Newspapers: 

With 2,500 employees across the nation, HNP represents a network of 24 daily and 52 weekly publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News and Albany Times Union, several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites, marketing services businesses, and entertainment businesses such as King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories–growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, evolving platforms–to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.  

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