Venue Sales Associate

*Job Title: Sales Associate * *Department: Sales * *Reports to: Director of Sales * *FSLA Status Non-Exempt* *About Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture* Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture (FMCAC) is a nonprofit operating within a Historic Landmark District along the northern waterfront of the San Francisco Bay.
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, FMCAC hosts an ever-evolving rotation of artistic programming for over 1.
2 million annual visitors that includes theater and dance performances, art installations, as well as educational and cultural classes.
Fort Mason Center has 11 different event venues ranging in size from 500 to 60,000 square feet including piers, warehouses, a theater, and unique historical sites.
Our venues feature showstopping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the San Francisco Bay.
We host a variety of different types of events including art fairs, exhibitions, performances, conferences, fundraisers, weddings, social events, and more.
To see all of our offerings, check out our website at www.
fortmason.
org/venues.
In addition to the thousands of events that occur each year on campus, FMCAC hosts nearly two dozen nonprofit and arts organizations as permanent residents.
These residents receive annual support from FMCAC, allowing them to focus on producing original artistic programming.
Current residents include the Pulitzer Prize winning Magic Theatre, BATS Improv, Blue Bear School of Music, American Indian Cultural District, FLAX Art & Design, and the internationally acclaimed Greens Restaurant.
*Overview* The Sales department is responsible for all venue rentals on the Fort Mason Center campus.
The Sales Associate is responsible for selling all FMCAC venues and meeting quarterly and annual sales goals.
This position is ideal for someone with two years of sales or hospitality experience who is looking to grow their career with a unique nonprofit organization.
This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule with the availability to work occasional evening and weekend events.
*Duties & Responsibilities include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
* * Schedule and conduct site visits with clients * Meet and exceed department revenue targets * Respond in a timely manner to all inquiries * Generate increased venue sales through sales calls and industry involvement * Participate in weekly sales and staff meetings * Manage leads, opportunities, and contracts using Salesforce * Maintain current and build new client and vendor relationships * Research and maintain information on competitor venues, industry trends * Ensure clients are current on all payment schedules * Attend and participate in industry events *Qualifications* * Previous sales or event experience a must * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite * Experience working with Salesforce a plus * Excellent customer service and phone etiquette * Ability to work well with little supervision * Ability to manage assigned projects and meet deadlines * Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment * Ability to work in a communal workspace * Self-starter with excellent time management skills * A team player who offers flexibility and a positive attitude *Supervisory Responsibilities * This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
*Physical Demands* This position has no significant physical demands.
*Compensation* $70,000 per year.
Additional bonus of $5,000 for meeting quarterly and annual sales targets.
Attractive benefits package.
Interested and qualified candidates, please send a resume, with cover letter, in confidence to this listing.
Fort Mason Center is an equal-opportunity employer.
NO CALLS PLEASE Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Compensation package: * Bonus opportunities Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday Travel requirement: * No travel Ability to Relocate: * San Francisco, CA 94123: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Francisco, CA 94123