The Staffordshire Signal CIC

Independent Media Sales Agents Wanted for Fast Growing Regional Magazine & Digital Media Platform

The Staffordshire Signal CIC

Location: Midlands

Target Markets: Staffordshire businesses seeking trusted local visibility

Benefits: Excellent commission terms | Professional training and support | Sales and marketing support | Exclusive sales areas | Freedom & flexibility

Terms: Flexible self-employed role with uncapped 40% commission.

Deal Size: £1000 - £10000

Sales Type: Telesales

The Staffordshire Signal is a rapidly growing independent media platform and Community Interest Company (CIC) covering Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.

We publish a high quality monthly print magazine alongside a growing digital news platform, website, newsletter network, social media channels and video content. Our mission is to support local businesses, communities, culture, events and independent journalism across Staffordshire.

The Signal has quickly built a strong reputation for trusted, positive and professional local media, working with businesses, organisations, venues and advertisers across the region.

We are now looking to expand our commercial sales network through experienced independent sales agents and business development professionals.

Products

We are looking for sales partners to sell advertising and sponsorship packages across our growing media platform.

This includes:

  • Print magazine advertising
  • Website banner advertising
  • Newsletter sponsorship
  • Sponsored content and advertorials
  • Event sponsorship
  • Business features and campaigns
  • Video sponsorship opportunities
  • Digital marketing packages

Deals range from smaller local business adverts through to larger annual sponsorship and multi-platform campaigns.

Many clients choose recurring monthly or annual packages, creating strong earning potential for agents.

Benefits

  • Excellent commission terms

    We offer a highly competitive flat-rate commission structure designed to reward ambitious sales professionals. Agents earn 40% commission across all advertising and sponsorship sales, whether selling smaller adverts, larger multi-page campaigns or long-term partnership packages. There is no cap on earnings and many of our advertising packages are sold on recurring monthly or annual agreements, creating strong earning potential for the right candidates. Typical deal sizes range from several hundred pounds to multi-thousand-pound annual campaigns. A motivated and well-connected agent could realistically generate a substantial income through our growing platform.

  • Professional training and support

    All agents will receive onboarding support and training directly from the founder and leadership team at The Staffordshire Signal. Training will include: Understanding our audience and readership Advertising products and sponsorship packages Pricing structures and package options Sales positioning and brand messaging Understanding the local business landscape How to pitch multi-platform campaigns We are committed to building long-term relationships with our sales partners and will provide ongoing support, guidance and communication as the platform continues to grow.

  • Sales and marketing support

    Agents will be fully supported with professional sales and marketing materials to help maximise conversions and client confidence. This includes: Media packs Rate cards Readership and audience statistics Example magazines and digital editions Case studies and advertiser examples Website and social media analytics Sales presentations and promotional graphics Ongoing campaign and editorial updates We are continually investing in the growth of the platform and actively building a strong, trusted regional brand that agents can confidently represent.

  • Exclusive sales areas

    Exclusive areas and sectors may be offered to high-performing agents based on performance and relationship development. Initially, opportunities may be divided by geographic region, business sector or account type across Staffordshire and surrounding areas. As relationships develop, successful agents may be offered increasing exclusivity within territories or industries, depending on results and ongoing activity.

  • Freedom & flexibility

    Flexible self-employed role with uncapped earnings and remote working.

Target market

Our target customers are businesses and organisations that want trusted local exposure and strong brand visibility across Staffordshire and the wider Midlands.

Typical clients include:

  • Hospitality venues
  • Restaurants, bars and hotels
  • Retailers
  • Professional services
  • Property and construction companies
  • Education providers
  • Tourism and attractions
  • Manufacturers
  • Automotive businesses
  • Local authorities and community organisations
  • Events and entertainment venues

We are especially interested in businesses looking for long-term brand partnerships rather than one-off advertising.

Ideal Profile

We are looking for motivated independent sales professionals, media sales agents, business development specialists and well-connected networkers who are comfortable building relationships with local businesses.

This opportunity would suit:

  • Experienced advertising sales professionals
  • Former newspaper, radio or magazine reps
  • Freelance B2B sales agents
  • Networking professionals
  • Consultants with strong business contacts
  • Self-employed sales people looking for an additional revenue stream

Candidates should be proactive, professional and confident speaking with business owners and decision makers.

This is an attractive opportunity because The Staffordshire Signal already has an established and growing audience, strong community reputation, professional branding and multiple revenue streams to sell across.