Strategic Sales Partner

Role Overview

At Hearst StoryStudio, we create custom content programs that help brands tell meaningful stories across Hearst's newspaper, television, digital, social, video, and podcast platforms. As our Strategic Sales Partner, you'll serve as the consultative engine behind our sales organization—partnering with local markets to develop innovative marketing solutions that help clients achieve their business goals.

Travel: This role requires approximately 20–30% travel to support Hearst markets and clients.

What You'll Do

• Partner with Hearst Newspaper and Hearst Television sales teams to develop strategic content marketing solutions for clients.
• Lead client discovery, brainstorm creative concepts, and build compelling proposals and presentations.
• Collaborate with creative, production, and leadership teams to develop integrated marketing programs.
• Train and support local sellers through sales enablement, product education, and best practices.
• Travel to Hearst markets to support client meetings, sales trainings, strategic planning sessions, and industry events.
• Identify new opportunities, packaging ideas, and resources that help StoryStudio and our markets grow.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in content marketing, advertising, media strategy, account planning, brand strategy, or consultative sales.
• Experience developing integrated marketing programs and client presentations.
• Strong understanding of branded content, native advertising, and content marketing.
• Proficiency with Salesforce, Microsoft Office, AI tools and presentation development.

What Makes You Successful

• Strategic, consultative problem solver with a passion for storytelling and marketing.
• Excellent presenter and communicator who builds trust with clients and internal teams.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Curious about emerging marketing trends, branded content, and audience engagement.

Why Hearst StoryStudio

• Collaborative, creative culture where ideas are encouraged.
• Opportunity to influence high-profile content marketing programs across Hearst.
• Comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and ongoing professional development.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship: This position does not provide immigration sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the U.S. without immigration sponsorship.
• Accommodations: We are committed to an accessible application process. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact hnpemployment@hearst.com. This email address is for accommodation requests only.

Benefits

We support our employees through personal and professional development and promote physical, financial and emotional wellbeing for employees and their families. Our benefits include:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental and vision coverage to help keep you and your family healthy.
• Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with a matching program in most markets.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave to support growing families and new parents.
• Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
• Emotional Wellbeing: Mental wellness benefits to support your emotional wellbeing.
• LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for individual needs.
• Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Support throughout different stages of your health and family journey.
• Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: Support to help keep your pets happy and healthy.
• And more: Learn more about additional benefits and details here.

Compensation

In accordance with applicable law, Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in New York, NY. The reasonable estimate is $85,000 - $100,000, plus quarterly revenue-attainment incentives. A final decision on the successful candidate’s starting salary will be based on several permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education.