Gramophone is recruiting!

Gramophone
Monday, March 18, 2019

We’re looking for a new Sales Executive - could you join our team?

Gramophone is recruiting for a Sales Executive. This exciting role will involve selling advertising and building client relationships across the print and digital elements of the world's most prestigious recorded classical music magazine. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate some or all of the following: experience of working in media sales or publishing; interest in classical music; and knowledge of the recording industry.

Founded in 1923, for almost a century now Gramophone has brought classical music collectors and listeners the most erudite, expert and entertaining reviews and features. Now with a successful digital edition, website and podcasts as well as the magazine, it's an exciting time to join the Gramophone team and play a key role in the title's commercial success. 

Gramophone is part of the Mark Allen Group, publishers of market-leading magazines (also including music titles Jazzwise and Songlines, and latterly, Classical Music, International Piano, Opera Now, Music Teacher, Teaching Drama and Choir and Organ), journals and websites, and producer of events, and the role is based in Herne Hill, London.

The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate some or all of the following:

Experience of working in media sales or publishing

Interest in classical music

Knowledge of the recording industry

Excellent communication skills

A passion for building relationships at all levels

Proactive attitude

An ability to work to tight deadlines with great attention to detail

Ability to work within a friendly and ambitious team environment

Key Responsibilities:

To sell Gramophone’s print, digital and e-marketing opportunities to a well-established client base

Strengthen client relationships within your assigned client base

Increase your client base by proactively seeking new clients from competitor media and your knowledge of the industry

To achieve monthly sales targets 

To appreciate the opportunities presented by the editorial content of the magazine and website

To follow and respond to developments within the classical music industry

Superb office environment in South east London.

Apply with CV and covering letter to:

Esther Zuke, Commercial Manager

esther.zuke@markallengroup.com

 

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