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At Portland Monthly, we don’t just cover the city—we help shape how it shows up. From popular restaurant openings to the businesses defining what’s next, our work sits at the center of Portland’s cultural conversation.

Ready to work with a brand that helps shape Portland and build something meaningful while you’re at it? We’d love to meet you.

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]—with your name and the job title in the subject line.

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Advertising Sales Executive - Custom Publishing Division, Pacific Media Group

Job Description
Washington & Oregon | Remote
Base Salary: $50,000 + Uncapped Commission

Connect travelers with their next adventure while helping businesses reach audiences ready to explore.

Our Custom Publishing team creates some of the Pacific Northwest's most trusted travel and visitor publications, connecting millions of travelers with the places, experiences, and businesses that make this region unforgettable.

Pacific Media Group (formerly SagaCity Media) is looking for an ambitious Advertising Sales Executive to build advertising partnerships across our portfolio of official destination guides, including the Washington State Visitors' Guide, Seattle Official Visitors' Guide, Visit Tri-Cities WA Visitor Guide, Visit Vancouver WA Travel Magazine, and other custom publications produced for leading destination organizations throughout the Northwest.

If you're passionate about relationship building, consultative sales, and helping businesses connect with travelers actively planning their next trip, this is an opportunity to represent publications that inspire exploration while building a rewarding sales career with unlimited earning potential.

Why Join Our Custom Publishing Team?

Every publication we produce is designed with a purpose: helping visitors discover the best places to stay, dine, shop, and explore. Our advertising partners become part of that experience, reaching highly engaged audiences at the exact moment they're making travel decisions.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Representing award-winning visitor guides and premium travel publications trusted by millions of readers
• Selling integrated marketing solutions across print, digital, email, sponsored content, and custom opportunities
• Building relationships with destination organizations, hotels, attractions, restaurants, retailers, wineries, healthcare organizations, and regional businesses
• A remote position with flexibility and autonomy
• A collaborative, creative team that values new ideas and entrepreneurial thinking
• Uncapped commission with unlimited earning potential

What You'll Do

As an Advertising Account Executive, you'll become a trusted marketing partner for businesses across Washington and Oregon, developing customized campaigns that connect brands with travelers throughout every stage of their journey.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prospecting and developing new business opportunities while growing an existing portfolio of advertising partners
• Building long-term relationships with tourism organizations, hospitality businesses, retailers, attractions, and regional advertisers
• Creating integrated marketing programs across print, digital display, email newsletters, sponsored content, and custom publishing opportunities
• Consulting with clients to understand their marketing goals and recommend strategic advertising solutions
• Managing an active sales pipeline, forecasting revenue, and maintaining accurate CRM activity
• Collaborating with editorial, creative, production, and client service teams to deliver exceptional campaigns
• Guiding advertisers through production schedules, creative deadlines, and campaign execution
• Growing client relationships through renewals, upselling, and exceptional service
• Staying informed on travel, tourism, hospitality, and regional economic trends
• Consistently meeting and exceeding monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue goals

You'll Thrive Here If You...

• Enjoy meeting new people and building authentic business relationships
• Love travel, hospitality, tourism, or helping communities grow
• Take a consultative approach to sales and enjoy solving marketing challenges
• Are self-motivated, competitive, and energized by performance-based compensation
• Can confidently manage your own schedule while working remotely
• Believe exceptional customer service creates lasting partnerships
• Enjoy collaborating with creative professionals to produce outstanding work

Qualifications

• Proven success in advertising sales, business development, account management, or consultative sales
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Experience creating customized marketing proposals and strategic sales presentations
• Excellent organization, time management, and follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred
• Experience in media, publishing, travel, tourism, hospitality, or destination marketing is a plus
• Residence in Washington or Oregon required, with the ability to meet clients in person as needed

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $50,000 annually

Commission: Uncapped earning potential with a competitive commission structure that rewards high performance.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Remote work flexibility

Ready to help businesses become part of the journey?

If you're looking for more than just another sales position and want to represent publications that inspire travel, support local economies, and connect businesses with millions of engaged visitors each year, we'd love to hear from you.

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with "Custom Publishing Advertising Account Executive – Your Name" in the subject line.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds and experiences can thrive. We encourage qualified candidates from every professional background to apply.