Event Sales & Marketing Manager
Our company specializes in publishing in-print magazines and online entertainment & community websites. We also provide digital marketing and event marketing services and support to non-profits, theaters, promoters, and companies hosting Volusia County festivals and events. We are excited to announce our new event ticketing services, making it easier for organizations to promote their events without upfront advertising commitments. We are seeking a candidate who is a great communicator and enjoys working in the community, and has experience working with businesses, non-profits, city officials, Chambers of Commerce, Visitor Bureaus, and Churches.
This sales position pays a guaranteed hourly rate of $13-$17 per hour, based on experience. You will also earn commissions and bonuses from the business you bring on and support. This position is not a hard sales-related position but requires good follow-up and organizational skills. The position has the potential to make money from multiple client sources such as ticket sales, advertisement, marketing software, sponsor packages for promoting events, and more.
Responsibilities:
- Follow up on leads provided through campaigns and referrals from other team members and clients via phone, email, or in-person meetings.
- Attend select events each month to represent our network, sponsors, and provide promotional offers and publications to attendees.
- Visit downtown business districts such as Canal & Flagler in New Smyrna, Port Orange, Daytona Beach & Downtown Daytona, Ormond Beach, and potential event clients and venues. During these visits, attend events, visit local businesses to provide them with our business magazine and local information and discuss the events and what we are promoting in the area.
- Act as an ambassador for the events we promote online, in print, at physical events, and in podcast/videos.
- Promote our marketing services while in the field making visits as part of our business and community magazine.
- Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and event promoters to introduce our free services to list their events in exchange for our promotion. When they add on services and upgrade, you get ongoing pay.
- Develop event strategies and promotions to align with client objectives.
- Conduct market research to identify target audience and develop effective marketing strategies.
- Analyze event data and metrics to measure success and make data-driven decisions for future events and promotions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate event strategies with overall marketing initiatives.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in marketing and promotions.
Compensation:
- Guaranteed weekly hourly pay $13-17 + weekly & monthly commissions & bonuses.
- Flexible schedule based on weekly tasks and events.
- 20-30 hours per week.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of marketing and event promotions.
- Proficient in market research and analytics to identify target audience and optimize event & marketing strategies.
- Familiarity with print advertising and e-commerce platforms for event promotion.
- Expertise in social media marketing to engage attendees and drive event awareness.
- Solid understanding of performance marketing techniques to maximize event ROI.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The person hired may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the organization's ongoing needs.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Daytona Beach, FL 32119