Business Development Representative
Grand Rapids, MI · 2+ years experience · Onsite · Posted Oct 13, 2026
At a glance
- Experience
- 2+ years experience
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI
About the role
- At Townsquare Media Grand Rapids, you'll help shape the success of local businesses while representing some of the most recognized brands in West Michigan.
- You'll become a trusted marketing advisor to local business owners and decision-makers, helping them navigate today's rapidly evolving media landscape.
- You'll work with entrepreneurs, CEOs, marketing directors, nonprofits, and community leaders to develop customized marketing strategies that deliver real business results.
Responsibilities
- Build new relationships with businesses throughout West Michigan
- Create strategic marketing plans using radio, streaming audio, streaming TV, websites, social media, SEO, search marketing, programmatic advertising, events, and more
- Present creative ideas that help clients grow revenue and strengthen their brands
- Negotiate and close new business
- Collaborate with creative, digital, programming, and leadership teams to bring campaigns to life
- Become a respected business resource within the community
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in sales
- Consistent record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
- Confidence prospecting and developing new business opportunities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and vehicle
Preferred qualifications
- BA/BS degree
Benefits
- Uncapped earning potential with a competitive compensation plan
- Comprehensive onboarding and industry-leading sales training
- Continuous coaching from experienced local leadership
- Career advancement opportunities within one of America's leading media companies
- 3 weeks PTO + 9 paid holidays (including 2 personal days)
- Volunteer Time Off—give back to your community
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
- 401(k) with company match + Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Company-provided laptop
Workplace
- This is a full-time, in-office opportunity.
Skills
- SEO
- Social Media
- Programmatic Advertising
