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When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on <a href="https://www.gannett.com/careers/" target="_self">USA TODAY Co. Careers</a> via <a href="https://us63.dayforcehcm.com/" target="_self">Dayforce</a>. 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From digital, print, search, social media and more, we encompass an array of products.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><strong><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Responsibilities include:</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559685":540,"335559739":180,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></strong></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Partner with sales partners for pre-campaign and pre-proposal support, and post-sale fulfillment to ensure all customer needs are met</span></li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Proactively partner with internal teams to ensure deliverables meet agreed upon specifications, deadlines, and standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Project manage client requests: including campaign details/objectives, ad copy and proofs, billing, as well as any other functions related to customer service or execution of marketing plans.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Consistently partner with sales to meet and exceed revenue goals and client expectations to grow account base.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Demonstrate a deep understanding of the marketplace, customers' business models and objectives, competitors, and print and digital offerings. </span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN" data-contrast="none">Develop a deep understanding of our product offerings, utilize sales tools, and articulate the value of our digital products to our clients</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN" data-contrast="none">Collaborating with sales on client business needs/potential client opportunities and new products/programs to better serve the client.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN" data-contrast="none">Work closely sales to facilitate proposals, correspondence, and resolution of customer’s issues. </span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN" data-contrast="none">Development of an understanding of our internal departments and systems to ensure we deliver the best customer experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN" data-contrast="none">Project manage account: orders, billing, campaigns etc. </span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN" data-contrast="none">Conduct QA on account/campaign set-up to ensure client requirements are met.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"="">Qualifications: </span></strong></p> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Minimum 3-5 years Account Management, Customer Service or Sales experience, Project Managing Accounts; digital experience preferred.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Must be able to work </span><span xml:lang="EN" data-contrast="none">with multiple internal teams with ease and provide exceptional customer service </span><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">and be team oriented in nature.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Creative, flexible, and able to adapt to industry change.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Persuasive verbal and written communication skills, including solid proofing skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Strong organizational skills with proven ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Demonstrated knowledge of digital media platforms</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Effective and creative problem solving and decision-making skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none">Must be proficient with Ecel and PowerPoint; SalesForce.com or other CRM tool preferred.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"=""> </span></span></li> </ul> <div> <p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; 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