There’s a shift happening in Topeka—and if you’ve been paying attention, you’ve already seen it.
Local businesses are rethinking where they spend their advertising dollars. Readers are turning away from national noise and back toward community-driven storytelling. And right in the middle of that shift is This Is Topeka—a platform that’s now reaching more than 200,000 page views and growing.
We didn’t get here by accident.
We got here by covering stories that matter locally. By saying things others won’t. By building something that actually belongs to this city.
Now we’re looking for the right person to help take the next step.
We’re Hiring an Ad Sales Representative
This isn’t a “sell banner ads and call it a day” kind of role.
This is about helping local businesses connect with real audiences—people who live here, spend here, and care about what’s happening here.
If you’ve ever walked into a local shop and thought, “they should be advertising here,” you’re exactly who we’re looking for.
Why This Role Matters
Most advertising dollars in Topeka don’t stay in Topeka.
They go to national platforms. Corporate-owned media groups. Out-of-market companies that have no real stake in this community.
We’re building something different.
When a business advertises with This Is Topeka, they’re investing in:
- Local journalism
- Local storytelling
- Local economic growth
Your role is to make that connection happen.
What You’ll Actually Do
- Build relationships with local businesses across Topeka and Shawnee County
- Sell digital advertising packages, sponsored content, and promotional features
- Help businesses understand how to reach our growing audience
- Develop long-term partnerships—not one-off transactions
This is a relationship-driven role, not a high-pressure call center job.
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need a long résumé in media sales—but you do need the right instincts.
- Comfortable talking to business owners and decision-makers
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Understands (or is willing to learn) digital advertising basics
- Has a genuine interest in supporting local businesses
If you’ve worked in sales, marketing, hospitality, or even run your own business—you already have a foundation for this.
Compensation
We offer competitive, performance-based compensation designed to reward results.
This is a role where you can build real income by building real relationships.
Details will be discussed directly with qualified candidates.
Why Work With This Is Topeka
We’re not a corporate newsroom.
We’re not a chain-owned media outlet.
We’re local, independent, and growing fast.
- Over 200,000 monthly page views and climbing
- A highly engaged local audience
- A brand that people in Topeka actually recognize and talk about
And most importantly—we’re still early.
The right person stepping into this role now won’t just be selling ads.
They’ll be helping shape the future of local media in Topeka.
How to Apply
If you’re interested, reach out directly:
Tell us a little about yourself, your experience, and why you think you’d be a good fit.
Final Word
This isn’t just a job.
It’s an opportunity to be part of something that’s growing—and something that matters.
If you believe local businesses deserve better options, and local media is worth building, we should talk.
