Advertising Sales Representative — Chicago
Location
Chicago, IL
Type
Commission Only
Earning Potential
$1,500–$4,000/month - $15,000–$30,000+/month
Chicago's LGBTQ+ community is one of the most organized and politically active in the country. Boystown — officially known as Northalsted — is one of the first officially recognized gay neighborhoods in the US, and Andersonville has emerged as a thriving lesbian and queer hub. As our Chicago Sales Representative, you'll tap into a market of 750,000+ LGBTQ+ residents and connect local businesses with The Pink Pulse's growing Chicago readership.
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Metro Population
9.5M+
LGBTQ+ Population
750K+
Monthly Readers
400,000+ monthly readers in Chicago
Avg Ad Spend
$300–$3,000/month per advertiser
Earning Potential
| Tier | Activity Level | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting Started | 3–6 advertisers/month | $1,500–$4,000 | $18,000–$48,000 |
| Building Momentum | 8–16 advertisers/month | $5,000–$12,000 | $60,000–$144,000 |
| Top Performer | 16+ advertisers/month | $15,000–$30,000+ | $180,000–$360,000+ |
Responsibilities
- ✓Prospect and close advertising deals with LGBTQ+-friendly businesses in Chicago
- ✓Focus on Boystown, Andersonville, Wicker Park, and surrounding neighborhoods
- ✓Sell banner ads, sponsored content, event listings, and custom packages
- ✓Attend Chicago Pride, Northalsted Market Days, and LGBTQ+ community events
- ✓Build relationships with bars, restaurants, health clinics, and local businesses
- ✓Hit monthly and quarterly revenue targets
Requirements
- ✓1+ years of sales experience
- ✓Strong knowledge of Chicago's LGBTQ+ neighborhoods and community
- ✓Self-motivated with excellent communication skills
- ✓Passion for LGBTQ+ community and media
Perks
- ✓25% commission on all sales — no cap
- ✓Flexible schedule — work when you want
- ✓Full media kit and sales materials provided
- ✓Access to Chicago audience data and analytics
Ready to Join The Pink Pulse?
Apply now and start earning with the world's leading LGBTQ+ media company.