Careers

Blackburn Media is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Media Sales Representative to join our London Sales Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for selling advertising space across our media platforms—including digital, radio broadcast (Classic Rock 98.1 FM), and social media—to help clients grow their businesses. This role combines prospecting, client relationship management, and strategic selling.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and generate new advertising sales leads through cold calling, networking, and prospecting.
• Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly & annual sales goals on Classic Rock 98.1 & Digital Platforms.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure continued business and client satisfaction.
• Conduct client meetings to understand marketing needs and present tailored advertising solutions.
• Prepare and deliver compelling media proposals and presentations.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales
• Collaborate with internal teams (creative, production, graphic design and programming) to execute campaigns effectively.
• Receivables Control
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience in media sales, advertising, or related fields (2+ years preferred).
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, radio advertising, and emerging platforms.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Goal-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Digital Marketing or related field (preferred)

A competitive compensation package & Benefits will be set to meet the needs of the successful applicant.

Interested applicants are invited to email a resume in confidence to: careers@blackburnmedia.ca

Please ensure that the subject line in your email is “London Sales”
Please note…we will contact the successful candidates for further interviews.

Blackburn Radio Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment and encourages applications from qualified Men, Women, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities.

Applicants should identify if they require accommodation during the recruitment process on a confidential basis.

Blackburn Media Inc. is looking for a passionate and dedicated journalist to work in our Chatham-Kent newsroom.

Your duties will include, but not be limited to, managing assignments for reporters, desk and field reporting, creating content for CKNewsToday.ca and on-air newscasts, newscasting on CFCO, CKUE, and CKSY radio, and social media sharing.

The successful candidate will possess:

• A diploma or degree in journalism from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Exceptional news judgement
• An ability to write clear and concise news stories for both on-air and online presentations
• A strong work ethic
• A critical mind and a willingness to dig for a story
• A valid Class G driver’s license

Applications, which must include a newscast demo, resume, and writing samples, can be sent by July 11, 2025, to careers@blackburnmedia.ca.

Subject line: Assistant News Manager

Those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Blackburn Media Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment and encourage applications from qualified men, women, visible minorities, indigenous persons and persons with disabilities.

Applicants should identify if they require accommodation during the recruitment process on a confidential basis.