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Sales Coordinator, NPM

NPR, New York, New York, us, 10261


OVERVIEW

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OVERVIEW

A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. The NPR audience values information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility - and our employees do too. We are innovators and leaders in diverse fields, from journalism and digital media to IT and development. Every day, our employees and member stations touch the lives of millions worldwide.

Across our organization, we're building a workplace where collaboration is essential, diverse voices are heard, and inclusion is the key to our success. We are committed to doing the right thing in our journalism and in every role at NPR. This means that integrity, adherence to our ethical standards, and compliance with legal obligations are fundamental responsibilities for every employee at NPR.

JOB DESCRIPTION

National Public Media is a subsidiary of NPR, owned in partnership with PBS and WGBH, the largest producer in public television. As the corporate sponsorship sales team for all NPR network programs, NPR and PBS stations, National Public Media works with companies across a variety of categories and objectives to generate support for the public broadcasting system, while delivering breakthrough results for sponsors.

National Public Media is looking for an experienced sales coordinator to join our New York NPR sales office. The sales team represents NPR's radio, podcast, digital and events platforms. The ideal candidate has experience working in a fast-paced media sales or advertising agency environment, is curious about the media industry, detail-oriented, able to multi-task and has a proven ability to thrive under pressure.

NPR and NPM is committed to cultivating and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and in our workplace culture.RESPONSIBILITIESActs as an extension of the sponsorship team by supporting with campaign management through full sales cycle of all orders, e.g., proposal development, inventory and creative clearance, billing procedures, client reports, for both radio and digital platformsActs as primary point of contact for sponsor copy, including copywriting, obtaining client approvals, and routing internally for productionCreates pitch decks and supporting materials needed to respond to RFPsAssists sales team with client prospecting, research and presentations for client meetingsAssists sales team with database management, e.g., SalesForce entry and maintenance, Trello, MagellanHelps to monitor live campaign performance (digital + broadcast) and assist with duties including: coordination with Digital Campaign Managers, issuing Radio logs/airchecks, building Campaign Wrap-Up decks, gathering assets for Brand Lift StudiesProvides administrative support including coordinating conference calls, events, and meetingsOther special projects as assignedThe above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in work experienceWORK LOCATION

Hybrid Permitted : This is a hybrid permitted role. Some aspects of this role include duties that are better performed at an NPR facility. The employee will be required to be onsite at the

New York City

office

at least twice a week . The employee must also reside in an NPR supported location.REQUIRED SKILLS

2-3 years' experience in a fast-paced media sales team support or in an advertising agency media departmentAbility to meet tight deadlines and thrive under pressureExcellent organizational and prioritization skills; must be able to act as primary support person on all orders for high-performing multi-member sales teamStrong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong research, presentation and proofreading skillsAbility to collaborate with various departments across the company including Digital Ad Operations, Marketing, Traffic, Finance, etc.Ability to learn new research database interfaces, CRM tools, etc.JOB TYPE

This is a full time, non exempt position.COMPENSATION

Salary Range: The U.S. based anticipated salary range for this opportunity is $50,000 - $59,000 plus benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.

Benefits: NPR offers access to comprehensive benefits for employees and dependents. Regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in NPR's benefits options. Benefits include access to health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being. Plan options include medical, dental, vision, life/ accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, short-term disability, and voluntary retirement savings to all eligible NPR employees.

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The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum salaries NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.

NPR Pay Range

$50,000-$59,000 USD

NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NPR is committed to being an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse and unique perspectives, all working toward the same goal - to create a more informed public. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, and reproductive health decisions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, gender non-conforming status, intersex status, sexual stereotypes, nationality, citizenship status, personal appearance, marital status, family status, family responsibilities, military status, veteran status, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, genetic characteristics of yourself or a family member, political views and affiliation, unemployment status, protective order status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other basis prohibited under applicable law.

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