Inside Sales – Performing Arts

Role Overview

The Performing Arts Sales Specialist is responsible for generating new accounts to participate in WorldStrides domestic performing events. They work with Band, Choir, and Orchestra Directors from schools and community groups to promote and sell WorldStrides school trips.

What You Will Do

Achieve annual sales goals through the development of new and existing clients, develop a database of qualified leads, and maintain and grow profitability/margins across a book of business.

Why It Might Be a Fit

An ideal candidate is familiar with performing arts, has a passion for creating memorable travel experiences for students, and has a business acumen that drives them to reach sales targets.

Requirements

• Demonstrates competitive spirit with a track record of winning
• Goal-focused, self-sufficient individual who takes initiative to grow sales
• Attainment of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years of direct and/or telesales experience preferred
• Excellent negotiation, conversion, and closing skills
• Experience in music is preferred but not required
• Excellent communication skills – ability to work effectively with adults and youth
• Ability to travel
• Exceptional work ethic, with a willingness to work additional hours during seasonal peaks as well as some weekends and evenings
• Exceptional computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance
• FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HSA with employer contribution, and generous 401k match
• 11 paid floating corporate holidays
• 1 paid volunteer day & up to 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years
• 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
• $1,000 towards professional certifications annually
• Opportunities for paid and discounted travel
• Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities
• Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council
• Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave
• Team Member Discount Program