Slot seller in printed music magazine

Freelance Sales Representative for Metal Music Print Magazine

Are you a skilled sales professional with a passion for music? We have an exciting freelance opportunity for you! We are seeking a dedicated individual to sell advertising slots in a european metal music print magazine. The magazine caters to a target audience of rock and metal bands, providing a unique platform to showcase their talent.

**Required Skills and Experience:**
- **Advertising Sales Experience (Preferred):** Prior experience in selling advertising space in printed publications is highly preferred.
- **Music Industry Knowledge (Preferred):** An understanding of the music industry and musicians' needs and preferences is a plus.
- **Effective Communication:** Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential to secure sales.
- **Deadline-Oriented:** The ability to meet deadlines and work within budget constraints is crucial.

**About the Magazine:**
- **Publication Details:** The magazine is set to be published at the end of October, featuring 48 pages in English and a circulation of one thousand copies, distributed free of charge throughout Europe, USA and Brazil.
- **Interactive Content:** Bands included in the magazine will have QR codes on their pages, providing direct access to their social links.

**Pricing for Advertising Slots:**
- Full Page: $100 (You earn $20)
- 1/2 Page: $60 (You earn $12)
- 1/4 Page: $35 (You earn $8)
- Cover + 1 Interview Page: $250 (You earn $50)
- Cover + 2 Interview Pages: $350 (You earn $70)
- Full Page Background Ad Cover: $150 (You earn $30)

**Additional Details:**
- For a slot to be written like a review, a $10 fee must be added to any contracted package.
- If the band choose to receive write for our team a full-page or 1/2-page editorial article, an additional $30 will be added to the cost.
- Artists can receive physical magazines, but they will be responsible for covering the shipping fees.

**Contact Approach:**
- While you can explore potential contacts on Bandcamp, please coordinate with us before initiating any outreach to avoid unnecessary efforts.

If you're enthusiastic about music, possess sales acumen, and are eager to be part of our magazine's success, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in connecting bands with their audience and promoting the vibrant world of metal music.