Implements and manages the company's advertising strategy from a business, sales, and technical perspective. Initiates and manages discussions and sales with sponsors and agencies. Negotiates agreements with outside sales representatives. Manages the development of sales materials including media kits. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in the field or a related area and at least 7 years of experience. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department.
Oversees advertising activities of a business, forms and directs advertising strategy, implements ad campaigns, supervises advertising-related departments, evaluates ad campaign's overall performance
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to speak and listen, as well as clearly express their ideas
Ability to make swift decisions, work through stressful situations and solve problems quickly
Creative personality
Effective management and supervising skills