Part-Time Sales Associate (Outbound) – The Times Center
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Job Description
The New York Times' Time Center is looking for a Sales Associate (Outbound) to grow outbound sales and secure new event bookings. You will focus on targeting large corporate, media, nonprofit, and agency clients to position the venue as a premier destination for high-profile events in Midtown Manhattan.
About the Role:
You will bring a client network, an experienced seller, and an ability to produce and close new business through strategic outreach. This is a remote position, reporting to the Managing Director, Times Center. This is a part-time, temporary position where you will work offsite, while supporting in-person client meetings and tours.
Responsibilities:
- Develop a targeted outbound sales strategy to grow bookings
- Prospect and engage corporate clients, media organizations, nonprofits, and event agencies through outbound outreach and networking
- Build and manage a pipeline of qualified leads with a focus on high-value events
- Pitch the venue's unique value including premium design, advanced production capabilities, and central Midtown location
- Conduct virtual presentations and occasional in-person site tours and client meetings
- Partner with our teams to ensure seamless execution from lead to confirmed booking
- Track outreach activity, pipeline progress, and revenue performance
- Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
Basic Qualifications:
- 3+ years of sales experience in event venues, hospitality, media, or related industries
- Experience in outbound sales and new business development
- Experienced with remote sales at a part-time capacity
Preferred Qualifications:
- Sales Network within corporate event planning, media, or agency communities
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