Magazine Jobs

Last updated on May 10, 2012

Looking for a job or career in magazine publishing in Alberta? Please check out our magazine job postings. Postings are free for AMPA members, or $20 for non-members. Please email your posting to ampa@albertamagazines.com.

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Print Advertising Sales, About Staffing Ltd.

(posted May 10, 2012)

Are you a print fanatic and a sales professional that thrives on business development and sales relationships? About Staffing has a client that is a monthly publication and has plans to start a publication in Edmonton and would love to have you as a part of their team!

Description:

Your responsibilities will include creation of innovative marketing techniques, prospecting, cold calling, client meetings, maintenance of your client base and data base entries for your accounts.

Qualifications:

We are looking for individuals that are aggressive but professional and have 1 - 3 years’ experience with print media (although great personalities with other successful sales experience will be considered as equivalent).

How to apply:

Do not miss out on the opportunity to work for an ever growing company in a diverse industry! Apply today by sending your resume to jobs@aboutstaffing.com

 

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Credit Analyst, RedPoint Media Group Inc.

(posted May 7, 2012)

Deadline to apply: May 25, 2012

RedPoint Media Group Inc. provides publishing and communication solutions that engage, inform and inspire target audiences. Our award-winning magazines include Avenue, Calgary’s city magazine, up!, WestJet’s in-flight magazine, and Wine Access, Canada’s wine and food magazine. We have grown over the past 15 years to become one of the largest and most celebrated independent publishing companies in Western Canada, with talented professionals in editorial, design, productions, photography and publishing. As a RedPoint employee, you would play a vital role in shaping the future of our company.

Description:

RedPoint is seeking an energetic individual to join our team as Credit Analyst.

We have a current opening for:

• Communicating with customers to collect overdue amounts.

• Enforcing the credit policy.

• Customer account maintenance, reconciliation and payment application.

• Identifying potential write-off amounts or amounts that can be sent to collection agencies, when necessary.

• Reviewing new credit applications and assigning appropriate credit limits.

• Reviewing current customer credit limits as required and applying appropriate changes.

• Following up on dispute resolution with customers and Account Executives.

• Advising and discussing delinquent customers with Account Executives.

• Identifying and taking action on unstable or high-risk customers.

• Identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Qualifications:

Your skills, knowledge and know how:

• 3 to 5 years of credit, collections and receivables experience.

• Proven ability to thoroughly investigate and understand the degree of risk associated with credit applications.

• Good business sense with proven decision-making and sound judgment.

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

• Strong computer skills, including Excel and Word. Experience with ACCPAC will be an asset.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

In order to fit into our team and be a strong contributor to the RedPoint team, you are:

• Smart, professional and a lot of fun to work with.

• Passionate about the quality of your work, but you don’t take yourself too seriously.

• A self-starter with a reputation for doing what you say you will do and getting things done on time.

• Able to work in a team and across teams to pull the skills and energy of many departments to produce great work.

• Excellent presentation and listening skills.

• Dedicated to improving quality and concerned about the details.

How to apply:

As a creative company, RedPoint provides a stimulating, supportive work environment with a vibrant atmosphere and excellent benefits. We offer employees a flexible work schedule and competitive compensation. Employees are encouraged to give back to the community and the industry and to pursue their professional development.

RedPoint has been proud to be named one of Alberta’s Top 50 Employers since 2008.

This posting is open until May 25, 2012. Interested candidates should apply in confidence by e-mail to careers@redpointmedia.ca. Please include salary expectations within your cover letter.

We thank everyone for their interest in joining our team. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted directly.

 

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Advertising Sales Representative, Child Find Alberta

(posted May 1, 2012)

Child Find Alberta is a registered charity which partners with the community in raising awareness about child abduction and exploitation. The organization educates children and families on preventative strategies and provides tools to aid families in case of an unfortunate situation. Our goal and focus is to keep Every Child Safe from Harm. 

Description:

As the successful candidate you will be required to work independently, handling all aspects of advertising sales in our quarterly magazine. This will include duties such as:

• Ad prospecting and sales
• Contract and material collection
• Record keeping and invoicing

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to work with the Child Find Alberta team in assisting to produce a magazine from beginning to end.

Qualifications:

This position requires a professional who has an education and/or experience in Business, Marketing, and Public Relations. Any other previous media, or sales experience is an asset. We offer a base plus commission, as well as additional “bonus” revenue opportunities.

How to apply:

Note that this is a contract role located at the provincial head office in Calgary.  

Please apply via email to careers@childfind.ab.ca. No phone calls thank you.

Only those candidates that are selected for interviews will be contacted. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. 

 

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Inside Sales Account Manager of Products, JuneWarren-Nickle's Energy Group

(posted April 20, 2012)

Deadline to apply: May 11, 2012

Are you a dynamic professional looking to excel in a successful Sales career? Do you have a passion for the Oil & Gas Industry?

If so, we encourage you to join our established, reputable, vibrant winning sales team! At JuneWarren-Nickle’s Energy Group (JWN) you will be directly involved in the success of a variety of information products serving the upstream oil and gas industry for over seven decades. JWN is Canada’s largest integrated and most-recognized energy information services company, producing authoritative print and online publications, extensive data sets, maps, charts, directories, events and conferences.

Description:

Our circulation team has an exciting opportunity in Calgary for a full-time, salary/commissioned Inside Sales Account Manager of Products (#ISMPR).

The successful candidate will contribute to and enhance our current team by representing JWN with respect to the promotion and sales of various digital and subscription based oil & gas products through telephone and email communication.

Key Accountabilities:

• To develop and execute successful inside sales strategies
• Contact clients to; initiate new business, commit to repeat sales; and to develop strong relationships
• Maintain and increase sales volume of current products
• Generate leads by cold calling and using consultative sales approach through telephone and email communication
• Ensure the utmost in quality customer service
• Prepare sales audits/analyses of present and prospective customers
• Maintain up-to-date customer records
• Prepare and submit all required sales reports and orders ensuring material deadlines are met
• Attend and participate in sales meetings, training programs, conferences and trade shows

Qualifications:

• Proven sales success, preferably in an inside sales capacity, with a track record of achieving or exceeding sales quotas/targets
• Diploma or degree in Business, Sales or Marketing or experience equivalent
• Formal training in sales techniques & tools would be an asset
• Effective and knowledgeable in cold calling, closing and sales techniques
• Strong prospecting and client building skills
• Assertive, self-starter with an ability to work independently
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; candidates must have an exceptional command of the English language, both speaking and comprehension
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Motivated, self-disciplined, personable and enthusiastic
• Knowledge of magazine publishing &/or advertising would be an asset
• Commitment to continued education, training and learning

How to apply:

The closing date is May 11, 2012. Apply immediately as qualified candidates will be interviewed and possibly hired prior to the closing date.

Send a resume with cover letter to: hr@junewarren-nickles.com. Include #ISMPR in the subject line. Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

 

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Inside Sales Account Manager - Advertising, JuneWarren-Nickle's Energy Group

(posted April 20, 2012)

Deadline to apply: May 11, 2012

JuneWarren-Nickle's Energy Group is Canada’s largest integrated and most-recognized energy information services company, producing authoritative print and online publications, extensive data sets, maps, charts, directories, events and conferences.

Description:

Our Advertising Sales team has an exciting new opportunity in Calgary for a full-time Inside Sales Account Manager - Advertising (#ISMAD). This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, seasoned sales team in an entry level position with progression potential of becoming an outside Sales Account Manager.

The successful candidate will contribute to and enhance our current sales team by representing JWN in oil & gas product sales of a variety of print, digital and event sponsorship through telephone and email based communication. As a confident, self-motivator you will excel in a salary plus commission based, growth oriented environment.

Key Accountabilities:

• To develop and execute successful inside sales strategies
• Contact clients to initiate new business, commit to repeat sales and develop strong relationships
• Maintain and increase sales volume of current products
• Generate leads by cold calling and using consultative sales approach through telephone and email communication
• Ensure the utmost in quality customer service
• Prepare sales audits/analyses of present and prospective customers while maintain up-to-date customer records
• Prepare and submit all required sales reports and orders ensuring material deadlines are met
• Attend and participate in sales meetings, training programs, conferences and trade shows

Qualifications:

• Proven sales success, preferably in an inside sales capacity, with a track record of achieving or exceeding sales quotas/targets, effective cold calling and closing techniques
• Diploma or degree in Business, Sales or Marketing or experience equivalent
• Formal training in sales techniques & tools would be an asset
• Knowledge of sales techniques and tools
• Strong prospecting and client building skills
• Assertive, self-starter with an ability to work independently
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; candidates must have an exceptional command of the English language, both speaking and comprehension
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Motivated, self-disciplined, personable and enthusiastic
• Knowledge of magazine publishing &/or advertising would be an asset
• Knowledge of Canada’s oil & gas industry would also be an asset
• Commitment to continued education, training and learning

How to apply:

The closing date is May 11, 2012. Apply immediately as qualified candidates will be interviewed and possibly hired prior to the closing date.

Send a resume with cover letter to: hr@junewarren-nickles.com. Include #ISMAD in the subject line. Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

 

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Senior Sales Account Manager - Magazines, JuneWarren-Nickle's Energy Group

(posted April 20, 2012)

Deadline to apply: May 11, 2012

Permanent, Full-time (Commission) – Expected start date mid-June 2012.

At JuneWarren-Nickle’s Energy Group (JWN) you will be directly involved in the success of a variety of information products serving the upstream oil and gas industry for over seven decades.

Description:

Join the JWN team as a Senior Sales Account Manager - Magazines (#SSMM). Reporting to the Magazine Sales Manager, this position represents JWN with respect to the promotion and sales of assigned magazine advertising, publications, online offerings and event sponsorships to customers within an assigned territory.

The ideal candidate for this position will excel in a commission based, growth oriented environment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and execute successful sales strategy in a designated sales territory
• Sell advertising space for assigned magazine publications, specialty products and event sponsorship to Oil & Gas clientele
• Contact clients to secure repeat sales and to develop new business
• Maintain and increase sales volume of assigned accounts
• Develop relationships with decision makers to continually increase customer base
• Generate leads by cold calling and using consultative sales approach
• Ensure utmost in quality customer service
• Prepare sales audits / analyses of present and prospective customers
• Maintain up-to-date customer records in accordance with company policy and practices
• Prepare and submit all required sales reports and orders ensuring material deadlines are met
• Attend and participate in sales meetings, training programs, conferences and trade shows

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Sales or Marketing
• Professional training in sales, selling tools, effective cold calling and closing techniques
• Continued education, training and learning
• Proven sales success through face to face contact in a commissioned environment
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding aggressive sales quotas and targets
• Strong knowledge of sales techniques and tools including digital sales
• Success in prospecting and client building skills
• Assertive self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good personal organization and time management skills
• Motivated, self-disciplined, personable and enthusiastic about the company’s products
• Knowledge of the oil & gas industry, magazine publishing and/or advertising would be strong assets

How to apply:

The closing date is May 11, 2012. Apply immediately as qualified candidates will be interviewed and possibly hired prior to the closing date.

Send a resume with cover letter to hr@junewarren-nickles.com. Quote #SSMM in the subject line. Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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