Advertising Sales / Publishing Intern (mission district)

Reply to: kahla@planet-mag.com [?]
Date: 2008-09-16, 12:27PM PDT


PLANET° Magazine is an internationally distributed global lifestyle publication, covering art, fashion, music, film, travel, and more. We are currently seeking an advertising intern who will be responsible for assisting the advertising sales department with admin and researching/prospecting new clients. It's essential to be a highly motivated self-starter with a strong interest in learning magazine publishing.
Responsibilities include:
· Researching client leads
· Maintaining media kit/sales tools
· Updating and maintaining reports
· Receiving calls and answering telephones in a professional manner
· Working on RFPs
· Maintaining and updating account database
· Executing client mailings
Requirements:
· Must be skilled in Microsoft office suite, including PowerPoint proficiency
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Ability to complete projects independently and in a team environment while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
Pluses:
· Background in journalism, communications, or design
· Interest and familiarity with popular international culture
·Aesthetic sensibility

This is a hands-on position, requiring the candidate to multi-task, display excellent organization and communication skills, meet strict deadlines and be a team player. This is an entry-level position that is a great way to break into magazine publishing.

The internship requires 10 hours per week, and is unpaid.
You will work directly with the sales executive.

Must include cover letter with resume; send to: kahla@planet-mag.com

* Compensation: no pay


Published By: Meredith Lynch