Deadline: Junior Sales Associate, Digital

Deadline is the authoritative source for breaking news in the entertainment industry, regularly included on lists of top entertainment websites. Influential industry thought leaders and key decision-makers in the entertainment, financial and other business fields regularly track Deadline.com for news breaks. Due to its avid audience, Deadline.com’s postings regularly receive more reader comments than all entertainment industry news sites combined.

Deadline is adding a Junior Sales Associate to our staff in our New York offices. We are seeking an individual with a positive attitude, who prides themselves on being a team-player and is always willing to learn. This position is ideal for someone looking to build a career in media sales, with exposure to both domestic and global markets. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Support U.S. and international sales teams in day-to-day operations and campaign execution

Assist with client communications, including proposal follow-ups, campaign updates, and general inquiries

Assist Sales with Salesforce management

Build and manage sales trackers, pipelines, and reporting documents

Conduct research to identify new business leads, target accounts, and key decision-makers

Source and verify client contacts using internal tools and external platforms

Coordinate internally with marketing, editorial, ad operations, and finance teams to support campaign delivery

Assist in the preparation of sales materials, presentations, and media kits using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Support RFP responses and assist in creating tailored client pitches

Participate in team meetings and contribute insights on market trends and opportunities

Qualifications:

Entry level. Prior experience in media, advertising, sales, or a related field (internships) preferred

Familiarity with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

As Deadline values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.

A good faith estimate of the salary range is $71,000k - $75,000 upon hire. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors).

It’s all About You …

PMC's comprehensive benefits package is thoughtfully designed to support every aspect of your life, empowering you to thrive both personally and professionally. We offer PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. PMC also offers Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter), an Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match. Employees are also eligible to take advantage of company discounts and perks including Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Mortgage discounts, and a variety of other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials. As part of PMC's dedication to consistently meet employee’s needs, we are currently launching a new Flexible Vacation Policy.

About Deadline:

Deadline Hollywood is an authoritative source for breaking news in the entertainment industry, regularly included on lists of top entertainment websites. Influential industry thought leaders and key decision-makers in the entertainment, financial and other business fields track Deadline.com for the latest news multiple times a day. Due to its avid audience, Deadline.com’s postings regularly receive more reader comments than all entertainment industry news sites combined. Deadline’s parent company, Penske Media Corporation (PMC), is a leading digital media company, publishing, and information Services Company founded in 2003. About Penske Media Corporation (PMC)

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 500 million people.

Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and live events, reaching audiences across all screens. Daily, PMC’s journalists and creators deliver the most comprehensive, ambitious, and courageous news coverage in their respective industries.

Our Portfolio

Iconic Editorial Brands (PMX): Variety, Rolling Stone, The Verge, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Eater, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, VIBE, IndieWire, SB Nation, ArtForum, POPSUGAR, Gold Derby, BEAUTY INC, Art in America, Punch, The Dodo , and more.

Cultural & Live Events: The Golden Globes, SXSW, Academy of Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, SXSW London, American Music Awards (AMAs), and Latin Music Week.

Data & Analytics: Luminate , the premier music and entertainment data and analytics company.

Global Footprint

PMC is co-headquartered in New York and Los Angeles , with additional offices spanning 14 countries worldwide.

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