Sell for Scene: commission-only advertising sales representative
Self-employed · Brighton & Hove or remote · 25% commission on every sale you close, uncapped
Company Description Scene Magazine is a long-standing LGBTQ+ publication rooted in Brighton & Hove’s community, activism, and culture. Founded over 30 years ago, it has grown from a small insert into a trusted magazine that champions LGBTQ+ life, advocacy, and visibility. Over the years, Scene has supported key local initiatives, from improving HIV services and tackling hate crime to advancing police liaison and community funding.
The magazine has played a vital role in campaigns such as Brighton Pride’s evolution into a major fundraiser and the creation of the AIDS Memorial. Today, Scene continues to tell impactful stories, amplify queer voices, and serve as a central platform for news, arts, and community connection for people across the UK and beyond.
Role Description This is a remote self-employed, commission-only advertising sales representative. The representative will identify and prospect potential advertisers, including local businesses, organisations, and event promoters, and present advertising solutions across print, digital, and sponsored features.
Day-to-day responsibilities include building and maintaining relationships, conducting sales calls and meetings, preparing proposals, negotiating rates and packages, and closing deals aligned with Scene’s editorial values.
The role also involves coordinating with editorial and production teams on campaign delivery, tracking performance, and ensuring a high standard of customer care. The ideal candidate is motivated by commission-based earnings, comfortable working to targets, and committed to supporting Scene’s mission within the LGBTQ+ community.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong Customer Service and Communication skills to engage clients professionally and build lasting relationships.
- Candidates should possess proven Sales skills, including prospecting, negotiation, and closing, with experience in advertising or media sales preferred.
- Candidates should possess Marketing and basic Training skills to understand advertising objectives, advise clients on campaign options, and share best practices with team members when needed.
- Candidate should be confident on the phone, by email and face to face, with clear, persuasive writing.
- Additional beneficial qualifications include familiarity with LGBTQ+ community issues, comfort working in a mission-driven environment.
- Experience working in commission-only or target-driven roles, proficiency with CRM or sales tracking tools, and the ability to work independently are highly valued.
- A real understanding of LGBTQ+ communities and why trusted, independent queer media is more important than ever.
We welcome applications from everyone, especially LGBTQ+ people, disabled people and people of colour.
Closing date: 11 December 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an informal conversation with the Publisher.
