Event Sales Manager

Museum of the Bible
400 4th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
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Job Description

Date: 10/14/2025
Location: Onsite in Washington D.C, Museum of the Bible
Job Title: Event Sales Manager
Department: Partnership Relations
Employment Status: Full time, salaried Exempt
Salary: $80,000 to $90,0000, DOE
  • Salary is adjusted for local market rates

POSITION SUMMARY

The Event Sales Manager plays a key role in driving revenue and engagement through strategic promotion and sales of museum-hosted events. This position is responsible for identifying and cultivating event sales opportunities, managing client relationships, and ensuring seamless coordination between internal departments and external partners.

As a representative of the museum’s mission and values, the Event Sales Manager delivers exceptional service while promoting the museum as a premier venue for corporate, nonprofit, and private events. This role requires strong sales acumen, organizational skills, and a passion for cultural and faith-based engagement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Proactively identify and pursue event sales opportunities with corporate, nonprofit, and private clients.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with event clients, vendors, and partners.
  • Conduct site tours and presentations to prospective clients.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (Events, Development, Guest Services) to ensure successful execution of events.
  • Manage contracts, proposals, and event logistics from inquiry to completion.
  • Track sales performance and maintain accurate records of client interactions.
  • Support marketing efforts for event promotion and lead generation.
  • Meet or exceed individual and team sales goals.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, hospitality, or related field.

Skills / Core Competencies
  • Proven experience in event sales, hospitality, or venue management.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Proficiency in CRM and event management software.
  • Energetic, self-motivated, and goal-oriented.
Abilities / Attributes
  • Passionate about the Bible and committed to the museum’s mission.
  • Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
  • As needed, inclusion in official or incidental photographs and videos for MOTB and/or guests.

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