Group Sales Assistant, Disney Theatrical Group
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10109644 Location New York, New York, United States Business Disney Theatrical Group Date posted Jan. 08, 2025Job Summary:
Disney Theatrical Group (DTG) is in search of a Full-Time Group Sales Assistant (GSA) for the Disney on Broadway Groups Sales Department. This position reports directly to the Manager, Group Sales.
The Group Sales Assistant (GSA) will focus on tasks related to the group sales booking process and booking requests. This position will collaborate with the Group Sales and Tourism team to ensure that guest communication and details related to their orders are processed effectively and promptly. The ideal candidate should have a positive attitude, be detail-oriented, and have a passion for guest service. This position will be office-based, with limited flexibility.
Responsibilities:
- Process Ticket Orders and Drive Operation Efficiency
- Process all aspects of group ticket bookings including invoicing, payments, reminders, and ticket shipping for Disney’s Theatrical Productions in New York City.
- Review box office ticket requests to ensure orders are accurate and up to date.
- Process SAP payment requests for vendors and clients.
- Provide support for sales events and in-person client needs.
- Provide regular updates to the Group Sales Manager on sales performance and customer feedback.
- Sales and Lead Management
- Answer inbound calls from the Group Sales 1-800 phone line.
- Promote products and help close sales through excellent guest service.
- Respond to online lead requests and track requests through a lead life cycle.
- Support Group Sales Manager with client outreach to maintain partner relationships.
- Assist with managing the sales email account and inbound service requests, ensuring that guests receive a response within one business day or less.
- Work proactively and positively towards team sales goals.
- Be Passionate for Efficiency, Collaboration, and Communication
- Work with the Manager of Group Sales to review/plan weekly individual and team tasks.
- Utilize Sales/CRM tools to manage and track customer interactions and sales activities, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
- Establish clear communication with the sales team, sales partners, and various box office teams for fulfillment of ticket orders.
- Be an advocate for improving sales processes.
- Develop strategies to prevent common issues and improve overall customer satisfaction.
Basic Qualifications:
- Enjoy interacting with guests on the phone.
- Exhibit excellent relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work outside of normal business hours as needed.
- Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and problem-solving communication skills.
- Demonstrate high standards of professional integrity to uphold TWDC (The Walt Disney Company) core values.
- Passion for interacting with and providing an inclusive, high-quality experience for all guests.
- Demonstrate inclusive behavior and maintain a safe and professional working environment that fulfills Disney Theatrical Group’s diversity and inclusion efforts (e.g., participates in equity, diversity & inclusion, anti-harassment, and any other anti-bias training and workshops as required, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications:
- A proactive self-starting approach and an eagerness to learn.
- Experience in customer service and/or the live entertainment industry.
- Knowledge of the Broadway industry and a passion for The Walt Disney Company.
The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $42,400 to $54,700 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Disney Theatrical Group:
Disney Theatrical Group, a division of The Walt Disney Studios, was formed in 1994 and operates under the direction of Andrew Flatt, Anne Quart, and Thomas Schumacher. Worldwide, its ten Broadway titles, including the current Broadway productions of The Lion King and Aladdin, have been seen by more than 200 million theatregoers and have been nominated for 62 Tony® Awards, winning Broadway’s highest honor 20 times. Disney Theatrical Group also delivers live shows globally through its license to Feld Entertainment, producer of Disney on Ice. In addition, DTG licenses musical titles for local, school and community theatre productions through Music Theatre International, resulting in over 500,000 performances around the world reaching audiences of more than 150 million.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Buena Vista Theatrical Group Ltd., which is part of a business we call Disney Theatrical Group.
Buena Vista Theatrical Group Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.