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Description
Seeking : Traveling Event Managers for Progressive Organic Food Company!
MusicMatters, the premier event marketing firm for the organic and natural products industry, is looking for two (2) Tour Managers to successfully represent our client and execute a Mobile Tour throughout the Midwest, Northeast and Southeast at consumer events and alternate venues.
Activities include, but are not limited to: training and managing in-market Brand Activist (BA) teams, coordinating day-of-event logistics, overseeing exhibit set-up and tear-down, connecting with consumers and engaging them in exhibit activities, overseeing product sampling initiatives, effectively evaluating events, caring for branded vehicle, trailer, and exhibit pieces, and representing MusicMatters and our client in a professional, well-organized, friendly manner.
We are looking for dedicated, responsible and passionate tour managers that believe in the products they promote. The desired individuals must enjoy connecting with consumers, be detail orientated, accustomed to tight deadlines including long stretches of physical work, and results-driven. This is a great opportunity for people that love to travel, work outside, meet new people, encounter new experiences every day, and are passionate about promoting a "green" company.
This is a temporary employee position that will run approximately (5) months, with the tour running from May through September 2006 (exact start and end date TBD). Hours will vary depending on event schedule and intensity.
Position Requirements
* Must have experience working with the public and multi-tasking under pressure
* An understanding of the organic/natural industry is required, an understanding of the USDA requirements for organic dairy products is preferred
* Must have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, ability to pass a DOT physical, and feel comfortable driving a large truck pulling a trailer plus a 16' refrigerated truck in-market
* Must be able to stand on feet for long hours and lift heavy materials
* Must be available for entire length of tour
* Must be flexible and maintain a "can do!" attitude
* Must have understanding of digital cameras and digital video cameras, lap tops and computer programs (specifically Word, Excel, email, and internet programs), fax machines, and printers
* Must be comfortable driving across the country, sharing vehicle quarters with fellow Tour Manager, living out of a suitcase, being on-call 24/7, working several days in a row, and maintaining positive working relationships with fellow Tour Manager, MusicMatters, our client, event organizers, and in-market staff
* Must have staff training and management experience, experience working outdoors in a high energy environment preferred
Interested? E-mail a cover letter, picture, and resume.