Head of Advertising
Application Deadline: 12 May 2025
Department: Sales and Commercial
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Glasgow
Reporting To: Darren Bruce
Description We're seeking an experienced and ambitious
Head of Advertising to lead the commercial strategy for a portfolio of trusted Scottish magazines.
You'll oversee a team of four dedicated sales reps focused on our flagship title,
The Scottish Farmer, and take a hands-on role managing advertising sales for
Forestry Journal (monthly) and
essentialARB (bi-monthly). The role covers
print, online, and event sponsorships, focusing on delivering growth and innovation across channels.
Key Responsibilities
- To lead and support the sales team in achieving advertising revenue targets
- Manage and grow key client relationships
- Sell directly into specialist forestry titles
- Drive cross-platform ad campaigns (print, digital, sponsorships)
- Collaborate with editorial and marketing for campaign success
- Report on performance and spot new commercial opportunities
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Proven track record in media or magazine advertising sales
- Strong team leadership and mentoring ability
- Confidence in managing key accounts and winning new business
- Experience with both print and digital advertising
- Strategic thinker who's not afraid to roll up their sleeves
Why join us? This is a rare opportunity to shape the advertising direction of respected titles with passionate readerships. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team based in Glasgow, with the flexibility to travel to events and client meetings.
Ready to take the lead?Apply now to help grow the voice of rural Scotland and forestry across respected media platforms.