Account Executive | Gemini

Position Summary

This hybrid role is a results-driven sales professional specializing in the Sound, Lighting and Video industry. 

Essential Functions  

While not all-inclusive, the following is a list of primary and general duties. In addition to these listed duties, this position shall also perform other tasks as assigned, shall abide by all provisions of the Employee Handbook, and shall participate in all company initiatives and projects.

• Identify and secure new business with the strategic vision to grow existing business

• Build and drive the full sales funnel process.

• Plan and estimate event costs and margins according to company guidelines and in consultation with management

• Enter and maintain accurate and up to date data about customers, leads, and opportunities in CRM

• Build relationships with new businesses through networking events, online meetings, and social media to sell our event services.

• Research information about prospective customers using available resources.

• Meet quarterly and annual sales targets.

• Foster strong relationships with clients and prospective clients in market 

• Prepare responses to requests for proposals in collaboration Project Management, Technical Product Managers

• Ability to read and comprehend contract scope and terms and conditions

Education and Experience

• A minimum 4-year degree from an accredited college or university in a business-related major.

• 5 years experience in at least one of the Sound, Lighting or Video industries.

• Project Management experience

• Preparing and interpreting financial reports

Skills/Abilities

• Problem-solving aptitude and ability to provide creative solutions

• Being comfortable connecting to new people. Accepting wins and losses without lingering effects is essential

• Attention to detail and the ability to work within deadlines and to multitask.

• Strong computer skills are required as per our sales process and use of CRM and sales tools.

• Ability to follow established company policies and procedures, and make recommendations for changes.

• Passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven and self-directed.

• Ability and willingness to be coached to learn and grow their skill set will be necessary for success in this role and with the company. 

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment.

This role requires the ability to move about an office environment, venues and show sites frequently. This role requires the ability to remain stationary 50% of the time and the ability to climb stairs. This will be both indoor and outdoor and temperatures can vary between extreme hot and cold. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs regularly, up to 25 lbs often and up to 50 lbs sometimes. 

Travel

This position requires frequent travel, up to 25% of the time. Travel will be primarily within the United States and will require regular overnight stays.

Expected Hours of Work

Hours of work are a typical work day schedule, except during high volume periods when evening and weekend work may occasionally be required. All breaks and lunches will comply with local, state and federal laws. Hourly positions requiring overtime will be paid in accordance with local, state and federal laws.

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