Description

AWP is seeking an experienced freelance conference sponsorship and digital advertising sales consultant to help grow revenue across our flagship conference and yearround media platforms. This is a remote, U.S.based contract opportunity for a sales professional who enjoys owning the full sales cycle and building relationships with missionaligned organizations.

The engagement runs approximately 10 months, beginning May 4, 2026, and includes a $1,200 biweekly flat rate plus tiered commission (2%–18%). You’ll sell sponsorship and advertising opportunities across the Conference & Bookfair, The Writer’s Chronicle, website, and newsletters.

• Own and manage a portfolio of sponsorship and advertising clients across AWP platforms, including existing accounts and new prospects
• Generate new business and reactivate lapsed conference sponsors and advertisers through outreach, networking, email campaigns, and other relevant channels
• Build and maintain a sales pipeline aligned with revenue targets
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and proposals through negotiation, contracting, closing, and campaign delivery
• Serve as the primary client contact during campaign execution, ensuring timely collection of assets and adherence to specifications and deadlines
• Develop tailored proposals and sales presentations using audience and performance data
• Manage administrative sales processes, including proposals, insertion orders, invoicing, and payment followup as needed
• Maintain accurate records in iMIS, Google Docs/Sheets, Asana, eShow, and related tracking systems
• Provide regular reporting on prospecting progress, revenue performance, and forecasts
• Collaborate with internal teams to align timelines and support smooth campaign delivery
• Share market feedback on pricing, packaging, and competitive positioning
• Provide documentation required for commission verification and reporting

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience with a proven track record in digital sales and revenue generation
• Strong communication and relationshipbuilding skills
• Knowledge of sponsorship and digital advertising, including digital magazines, enewsletters, websites, and event programs
• Existing relationships with advertisers or agencies—especially within missiondriven, literary, arts, nonprofit, or media sectors—are a plus
• Experience selling within the literary or arts space is a plus
• Proficiency with CRM and sales tools, and familiarity with current digital marketing and sales trends
• Strong attention to detail, adaptability, followthrough, and high ethical standards