Constance M. Cereola

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West Islip, New York 11795 Email: acweux@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: To obtain a position with a company where my talents and experience of developed leadership, administrative, management, creative sales, and instructional skills, can be utilized to benefit the company and the client, and allow opportunity to grow with the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS: 20 + years of sales experience distinguished by consistently increasing responsibilities in account management, staff training, customer needs analysis, presentations, negotiations, program development and implementation. Proven ability to effectively analyze markets, target areas of highest return and develop strategies to attain sales goals. High level client relationships with repeat business for large book of business.

WORK HISTORY:

As a District Sales Manager for the last 20 years in Direct Mail Advertising, I have established a strong network of clients providing solutions and profit. As one of the top Salespeople, I have won numerous awards for managing one of the top magazines in the company. Producing the largest Direct Mail magazine on Long Island has brought success to both the Company and me. Managing the sales, orchestrating the artwork and ad copy, proofing, collections, and additional issues has resulted in successful completion in meeting goals. My experience and knowledge in the field of direct mail advertising for local and regional businesses and most recently Digital advertising sales have made me a full seasoned successful salesperson. Post Cards, Inserts, Menus, etc.

Clipper Magazine (Gannett/USA) District Sales Manager 1996 - Present

Launched Clipper Magazine in Huntington, Long Island, New York

Acquired and maintained new clients, cold calling, telemarketing, local businesses, collections, ad copy, and layout of books.

Publications increased from 6 books per year to 9 per year;

Resolved discrepancies and provided customer service with follow-up to completion.

Met revolving and overlapping deadlines for various products attached to the magazine.

Prioritized key accounts, met with local and regional clients, assessed client’s needs and created a successful advertising program to carry them throughout the year.

Provided management and training to local reps on Long Island.

Designed ad, copy layouts, editorial, proofing, for various businesses to create effective and profitable ads for clients with the Art Team, and Production.

Developed and negotiated proposals and programs to increase revenue of new and existing advertisers with business building packages with successful offers.

Products include: 4 color print ads for direct mail local magazine, post cards, and menus.

Recently introduced Digital Advertising. ON Line half price deals to local advertisers in conjunction with a print ad.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE: Positions and Experience in Four Color Printing, Advertising Sales, Real Estate Sales, Insurance Claims

EDUCATION: Various Sales Training Courses, Seminars; Proficient in computer programs attached to Advertising production; TURBO AD COPY, CAP, WORD

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