Summary
Quick Facts: Advertising Sales Agents | |
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$45,350 per year
$21.80 per hour |
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High school diploma or equivalent | |
None | |
Moderate-term on-the-job training | |
160,400 | |
13% (About as fast as average) | |
20,900 |
What Advertising Sales Agents Do
Advertising sales agents sell advertising space to businesses and individuals. They contact potential clients, make sales presentations, and maintain client accounts.
Work Environment
Advertising sales agents work under pressure to meet sales quotas. They work in a range of industries, including advertising agencies, radio, television, and Internet publishing.
How to Become an Advertising Sales Agent
Although a high school diploma is typically enough for an entry-level advertising sales position, some employers prefer applicants who have a bachelor’s degree. Sales experience and communication ability are essential.
Pay
The median annual wage for advertising sales agents was $45,350 in May 2010. Commissions can make up a large percentage of a sales agent’s earnings.
Job Outlook
Employment of advertising sales agents is expected to increase 13 percent from 2010 to 2020, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Declines in advertising activity in print newspapers will be offset by increases in Internet and television advertising sales.
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