Now Hiring - Irwin Incorporated - Event Sales & Marketing Assistant in East Rochester, NY

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Company Overview At Blue Apple Productions , we don't just rent out party equipment--we help craft unforgettable event experiences for our clients. For 25 years, we've led Upstate NY's event entertainment industry with high-energy, innovative fun and successfully serviced over 15,000 events. Now, we're seeking a dynamic Assistant FunCrafter to join our team of dedicated professionals and help drive the growth of our business for the next 25 years. You'll work closely with, and at the direction of the Vice President & Master FunCrafter, playing a critical role in leading and supporting all sales, marketing, and customer service activities. Are You the Right Fit? Do you cringe at co-workers going through the motions, clocking in and out waiting for the weekend? Want to work with go-getters, in a fun productive environment? Well, you might be the A-Player we're looking for--a driven, goal- oriented sales and customer service pro who's ready to work hard and make a real impact on our success. Responsibilities * Prospective Client Communication: Field and direct incoming calls. Respond to phone, email, and website inquiries promptly and professionally. Actively identify and engage potential clients. * Develop Customer Relationships: Maintain active channels of communication with clients to seek out additional areas of support. Ensure a high level of customer care and service. *Sales & Revenue Growth: *Drive revenue by maintaining a high volume of sales activity. Create and maintain a strategic, organized system for scheduling and completing sales tasks. Identify & implement effective marketing initiatives to support sales efforts. * Deliver Best-In-Class Service : Personalize client experiences and ensure seamless event execution. *Proposal & Contract Management: *Prepare and present customized event entertainment proposals and contracts, ensuring all details are accurate and aligned with client needs. *Collaboration & Coordination: *Work closely with third-party vendors and the Event Operations Team to confirm logistics and ensure smooth event execution. * Feedback & Improvement: Collect client feedback to refine and enhance event experiences. * Market Insight: Monitor industry trends and market activity to identify product/service improvements, new opportunities, emerging technology, and more to support company goals. * Attention to Detail: Maintain strong attention to detail in all aspects of the role. Demonstrate your attention to detail and interest in this position by copying and pasting the preceding sentence into the Contact Us form at the Blue Apple Productions website. * Administrative Support: Payment processing, organizing digital files, scanning records, etc. * Support In the Field: Handle venue site visits and periodically assist Operations Team at events. * Additional Duties : Perform other responsibilities as assigned. Requirements Must-Haves: * Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field * Experience: 2 - 5+ years in Sales, Customer Service, Hospitality, or a related industry * Excellent verbal and written communication * Proficiency with Microsoft Office (and other relevant tools) * A strong customer service orientation and business acumen * Professionalism: A polished appearance and the ability to represent our brand with sophistication, earning the trust of distinguished clients who expect the highest level of service. * Logistics: Valid Driver's License (occasional local travel required) Bonus Skills/Experience: * Experience with Artificial Intelligence in the workplace. * Graphic Design, Photography, or Video Production. * Social Media Management and Online/Email Marketing. * Hotel Event Sales Experience. Key Attributes: * Professionalism: Honest, trustworthy, and responsible. * Good Judgement: Thoughtful, careful and thorough in decision-making. * Positive Attitude: Friendly, enthusiastic, and confident with clients and colleagues. *Driven & Ambitious: *Motivated to achieve personal and company goals. * Creativity: Able to solve problems and think outside the box / bring fresh ideas to the table. * Attention to Detail: Organized and attentive to all aspects of client and event needs. * Responsiveness: Clear timely communicator. If you are passionate about driving sales success and eager to contribute to a thriving team, we invite you to apply for the Event Sales & Marketing Assistant position at Blue Apple Productions today! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Work Location: In person