Advertising Sales Representative — San Francisco/Oakland
Location
San Francisco/Oakland, CA
Type
Commission Only
Earning Potential
$2,000–$5,000/month - $20,000–$40,000+/month
San Francisco and the Bay Area are home to one of the most visible and politically powerful LGBTQ+ communities in the world. The Castro District has been the epicenter of gay life in San Francisco for decades. With 380,000+ LGBTQ+ residents, the Bay Area represents a highly engaged and affluent advertising market. As our SF/Oakland Sales Representative, you'll connect local businesses with The Pink Pulse's growing Bay Area readership.
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Metro Population
4.7M+
LGBTQ+ Population
380K+
Monthly Readers
215,000+ monthly readers in Bay Area
Avg Ad Spend
$500–$5,000/month per advertiser
Earning Potential
| Tier | Activity Level | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting Started | 4–8 advertisers/month | $2,000–$5,000 | $24,000–$60,000 |
| Building Momentum | 10–20 advertisers/month | $6,000–$15,000 | $72,000–$180,000 |
| Top Performer | 20+ advertisers/month | $20,000–$40,000+ | $240,000–$480,000+ |
Responsibilities
- ✓Prospect and close advertising deals with LGBTQ+-friendly businesses in Bay Area
- ✓Focus on The Castro, Oakland, and surrounding neighborhoods
- ✓Sell banner ads, sponsored content, event listings, and custom packages
- ✓Attend SF Pride and LGBTQ+ community events
- ✓Build relationships with tech companies, nonprofits, and local businesses
- ✓Hit monthly and quarterly revenue targets
Requirements
- ✓1+ years of sales experience (tech or media preferred)
- ✓Strong knowledge of Bay Area'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 Bay Area audience data and analytics
Ready to Join The Pink Pulse?
Apply now and start earning with the world's leading LGBTQ+ media company.