Advertising and Membership Manager
Maine Tourism Association
Hallowell, ME
The Maine Tourism Association (MTA) is currently seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual to join our team as the Advertising and Membership Manager. If you are an experienced salesperson with a passion for promoting the best of Maine, networking, building connections, and growing organizations, this could be the perfect position for you!
The Advertising and Membership Manager reports to the Director of Advertising and Membership and is responsible for selling new memberships and advertising opportunities to businesses in the northern half of the state (Including the tourism regions of Northern MidCoast, Kennebec Valley, Maine Highlands, DownEast & Acadia and Aroostook). This includes developing an ongoing active leads list, assisting in retaining membership dues, membership engagement, print publication sales as well as digital and visitor center marketing opportunities.
MTA is headquartered in Hallowell, ME. The person chosen for this position will be asked to work in Hallowell 4-5 days per week during the initial training period, then will work 1-3 days in the Hallowell office and travel around the area listed above.
You must submit both a resume and a cover letter to be considered for this position.
Job Description:
The Advertising and Membership Manager will be responsible for the advertising and membership sales initiatives for the northern half of Maine including prospecting, closing, and managing all advertising and membership deliverables. This position will work collaboratively with the Director of Advertising and Membership to meet all sales goals and project deadlines. This position is an integral part of our association’s success and plays a key role in fostering positive, long-term relationships with our members, advertisers, and partners.
Responsibilities:
Meeting all regional advertising and membership sales goals
Identifying and managing all regional advertising assets, including print publications, brochure distribution, digital add-ons, and Visitor Information Center (VIC) digital displays and exhibits
Working cross functionally with fellow MTA team members & industry partners
Identifying new sales leads and opportunities
Working with the Director of Advertising and Membership to meet production deadlines to ensure timely publications and deliverables.
Tracking all interactions and sales in the CRM and in Quickbooks.
Collecting all advertising sales and membership receivables.
Qualifications:
Must have previous sales experience
Be able to use technology effectively
Have excellent organizational skills
Have a passion for Maine and knowledge of the tourism industry
Communicate effectively with members and partners
Goal driven and excellent customer service
Willing to travel to meet with current members and prospects
Travel across the state will be required, so candidates should have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
What We’re Offering:
Competitive salary and bonuses may be available if sales targets are met or exceeded, depending on performance.
Comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, life, paid time off, and more
Career opportunity with a non-profit organization that has represented its nearly 1500 travel and tourism members for almost a century
Who We Are:
The Maine Tourism Association has been around for nearly a century. MTA is the state’s largest advocate for all tourism-related businesses and its members include lodging, restaurants, retail, outdoor recreation, guides, tour operators, amusements, and cultural and historical attractions. MTA also operates the seven State Visitor Information Centers and annually produces the state’s official travel planner, Our mission is to lead the growth and sustainability of Maine’s tourism businesses. MTA is gearing up to celebrate its centennial - 100 years in the tourism industry - which will involve a website redesign and special events and celebrations. Find out more about the Maine Tourism Association at:www.mainetourism.com.