Community Lead - Local Territories (Bloomington-Normal, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, Peoria, OR Springfield)

• Foster community vitality by partnering with local businesses and nonprofits to help them reach their goals through innovative advertising and community-embedded services.
• Drive sales with purpose by identifying and converting new business opportunities that align with the mission of strengthening the local economy.
• Champion CARES initiatives by participating in community work, delivering 'Random Acts of Kindness' and honoring local difference-makers through 'Community Builder Awards.'
• Curate connection by organizing microevents and small gatherings to bring together key community stakeholders, fostering collaboration and local growth.

This role directly strengthens local economies and communities by helping small businesses and nonprofits thrive, fostering civic engagement, and celebrating local difference-makers, thereby improving the daily lives of residents.

• Proven track record in digital advertising sales, business development, relationship management, or community organizing.
• Ability to interact comfortably with diverse local stakeholders, including corporate executives, small business owners, academic administrators, and community volunteers.
• Excellent public presentation and organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to execute professional events.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a personal vehicle to support active community engagement across the designated market.

Base Salary of $50,000 USD per annum, supplemented by an uncapped 10% commission on local advertising sales. Remote/work-from-home arrangement with requirement to reside in the designated community. Schedule generally Monday through Friday with occasional weekend/evening events.

Village Media is a leading digital media company dedicated to strengthening local communities through trusted journalism, technology, and civic engagement. It operates a growing network of local news publications and community platforms across Canada and the United States.