Careers

Current Open Positions

Sales Department

ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE

The Santa Barbara Independent has an opportunity in our advertising sales division for an engaged, motivated candidate to join our established team of sales professionals.
This full-time position requires the ability to sell multimedia products — print, online, and other developing industry offerings, plus excellent organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines crucial to our production process; superb verbal and written communication skills; the ability to build strong client relationships via collaborative selling and excellent customer service; as well as the charisma to be a strong ambassador of the Independent in our community.
With a 35+ year history of serving Santa Barbara, our award-winning products are an integral part of our community and are well-respected on a national level. We offer a competitive (non-capped) commission structure starting at a draw of $45,000+, along with a strong benefits package, including health and dental insurance, Section 125 cafeteria plan, 401(k), and vacation program. This is a full-time position based in our downtown Santa Barbara office but our sales team is currently working from home.
Please introduce yourself, reasons for interest, and a brief summary of your qualifications, along with your résumé, to hr@independent.com. No phone calls, please. EOE m/f/d/v.

Digital Department

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

The Santa Barbara Independent is looking for a social media coordinator to join our Digital Department. The part-time position requires approximately 20-30 hours per week with some occasional work outside of normal business hours and weekends. This is a hybrid position based in Santa Barbara.
The social media coordinator works directly with the web content manager to ensure the Independent‘s social media presence is timely and effective. The ideal candidate will have personal experience managing various social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok, as well as an aptitude for technology and a willingness to learn. We are looking for motivated individuals who have a great attention to detail and are ready to collaborate.
Experience with Adobe Suite products (Photoshop and InDesign) is a huge plus, as is knowledge of WordPress or other Content Management Systems, social media scheduling tools, video editing, and copywriting. Starting rate is $17-$18 per hour.
Please send your resume to hr@independent.com. No phone calls, please. EOE m/f/d/v.