CAREERS

REC Media knows that people are, indeed, the key to an organization’s success – and its most valuable assets. We treat people as such - we pride ourselves in our motto, “people over profits”, because we know that it’s not always about “the bottom line”.

REC Media provides a work environment that is diverse, challenging and enjoyable. We are a dynamic, growing company that shuns the rigidity and bureaucracy of large corporations.

If you think this is your kind of place, and you are interested in an opportunity to contribute to the growth of a dynamic young business, check here for career opportunities with REC Media…we are often looking for talented, passionate people to add to our team in our Vancouver, Toronto and Calgary offices!

Advertising Sales Representative

COMPANY/PERSONNEL:

REC Media Inc.
Mr. Ben Temple, General Sales Manager
1 Yonge Street - Suite 1801, Toronto ON M5E 1W7
Phone: (888) 746-5237 Fax: (888) 746-9980

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

REC Media is a Media/Advertising firm with offices in Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, specializing in campaign management and executions in community and municipal recreational facilities nation-wide. REC Media has a client base including companies such as McDonald’s Restaurants, RBC Royal Bank, Chrysler and Re/Max Real Estate to name a few.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The successful candidate will work primarily from a home office in the GTA, and will be responsible for marketing, presenting and selling advertising and campaign execution services to clients and agencies in the Greater Toronto Area. Travel may be required from time to time, including occasional trips to the Calgary and Vancouver offices, as warranted (most trips would be one to three days in length).

The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include:

* Identifying clients and agencies for prospective presentations.
* Making appointments for presentations and media briefings.
* Preparing sales literature and tools as required for meetings and presentations.
* Preparing and presenting proposals.
* Negotiating contracts.
* Managing existing client portfolios to maximize sales potential.
* Utilizing and maintaining accurate client/contact databases.
* Compiling and analyzing market research (where appropriate).
* Participating in and coordinating the implementation of various sales strategies and initiatives.
* Submitting call and appointment reports to management, and reporting on all relevant issues.
* Actively being involved in industry organizations and attending industry events, as warranted.
* Staying current on industry news, account developments, competitive environment and product knowledge.

Compensation will consist of a base salary plus commission and bonuses, with some expenses covered. Total compensation will be commensurate with industry experience and performance

ABOUT THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

Personal: You are ambitious and driven to succeed. You are a personable, outgoing individual with a good sense of humor. You take pride in your appearance and approach business with the highest integrity and honesty. Highly energetic, self?motivated, and a self?starter, you take initiative in undertaking projects. You possess good reasoning skills, are a fast learner and take direction well. You are confident and self-assured, and possess excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills while maintaining a professional attitude. You possess refined written, oral presentation and negotiation skills. You are able to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines, and have the ability to follow up on key tasks and assignments in a timely manner. You are entrepreneurially minded and looking to work outside the rigidity and bureaucracy of large corporations, and are interested in an opportunity to contribute to the growth of a dynamic young business.

Educational/Work Experience: Advertising sales experience is required, ideally in Outdoor/Out-Of-Home or sports marketing. Cold calling experience is an asset. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word and MS Excel) is required. Experience with a contact manager (ACT, GoldMine, Maximizer, etc.) would be an asset. Successful completion of Secondary School is a requirement, and completion of a diploma/degree program in Communications, Business/Commerce or Sales/Marketing would be preferred, but not required.

Other: Candidates must have a reliable form of transportation, and must own a personal computer and/or have a small home office with fax machine.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, with salary expectations, along with their resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fax to 416-422-3774.