The Conference Sales Associate will play a key role in providing the support required to maintain and grow Kahner Global Conferences.
This full-time associate will report to the Founder of the firm.
The Role:
- Handle registrations and conduct delegate phone screenings
- Assist in coordinating sponsorships, liaise with sponsors
- Client management- work with new and existing clients
- Research & identify potential sponsors and media partners
General duties include but are not limited to:
- Provide general administrative duties as directed
- Support during conferences, including the registration desk
Who should apply: Sales and marketing professionals in New York City or Brooklyn who are interested marketing, sales, and event planning skills, while learning the ins and outs of working for a successful startup in the cannabis industry. The role will become full time starting December/January.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with MailChimp or similar programs preferred
- Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Diplomacy and comfort in interacting with a diverse audience
- Reliable and honest, with a positive outlook
- Ability to travel if needed to conferences
- Event management and/or sales experience a plus
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Interest in the conference or cannabis industry
- Desire to gain experience working for a small startup
- Strong client and communication skills
- Self motivated and capable to work remotely
HOURS & COMPENSATION
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Duration of part time employment: October-November 2018. After this time, the role will become full time.
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Hours: 15-20 hours a week during part time.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit cover letter and resume.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 20, 2018
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $25 /hour + bonus
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Salary: $25.00 /hour
Experience:
- sales or event management: 1 year (Required)
Education:
Location:
- Brooklyn, NY 11238 (Preferred)
Work authorization:
Shifts: