Part-Time Sales Associate (Outbound) – The Times Center

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 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

Benefits:

For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.