Position Profile

Group Sales Manager

The Second City - Chicago

Chicago, IL

POSITION SUMMARY

The Second City – Chicago seeks an experienced and motivated Group Sales Manager. Candidates have customer relations and sales experience, are highly organized and detail/results oriented, able to competently multi-task, possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and are able to work effectively as part of a team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Sell and process all group ticket reservations for Chicago-based performances

· Sell and process all dinner show package reservations

· Sell and produce all buyout events for Chicago-based performances

· Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets

· Create a marketing plan for selling group tickets and dinner packages through mailings, email blasts and promotions.

· Implement a marketing plan for group sales

· Compile and issue various weekly/monthly sales reports

· Maintain accounts payable and receivable for dinner shows

· Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships

QUALIFICATIONS

· Previous group sales experience is required. Box Office experience a plus.

· Must have an unceasing ability to sell and to close sales

· Must love providing detailed, consistent, gold-standard customer service

· Visibility requires maintaining a professional appearance and providing company image to the public.

· Knowledge of AudienceView and/or other ticketing software is preferred

· A proven record of strong account prospecting and development are a plus

· Must be reliable, enthusiastic and capable of working well with others in a team setting

COMPENSATION

Position is full time, offering a base salary with proven substantial commissions. We offer health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) (after one year of employment) and complimentary tickets. Please send a cover letter and resume to groupsalesmanager@secondcity.com. No phone calls please.