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Sales & Audience Development Manager
New Brunswick, NJ
George Street Playhouse
Full Time
Posted June 30, 2025
Reports to: Artistic Producer for General Management & Marketing
The Sales & Audience Development Manager contributes to the successful execution of all earned revenue strategies from ticket sales at George Street Playhouse. This key position supports the development and execution of single ticket, subscription, group sales, and institutional ticketing strategies in collaboration with the Artistic Producer and Marketing team. The Sales and Audience Development Manager blends aggressive sales tactics with community engagement and institutional outreach to expand GSP’s audience base, increase revenue, and deepen community relationships. Ideal candidate is a sales-focused strategist and relationship builder, highly collaborative, data-driven, and passionate about live theatre.
The Sales & Audience Development Manager contributes to the successful execution of all earned revenue strategies from ticket sales at George Street Playhouse. This key position supports the development and execution of single ticket, subscription, group sales, and institutional ticketing strategies in collaboration with the Artistic Producer and Marketing team. The Sales and Audience Development Manager blends aggressive sales tactics with community engagement and institutional outreach to expand GSP’s audience base, increase revenue, and deepen community relationships. Ideal candidate is a sales-focused strategist and relationship builder, highly collaborative, data-driven, and passionate about live theatre.
Duties and Responsibilities
Revenue & Ticket Sales Leadership Provide critical support to the Marketing department in all earned revenue activities related to ticket sales, including subscription, single tickets, group sales, institutional clients, and student matinees.
Develop and implement targeted outbound sales campaigns to increase attendance and revenue including oversight of outbound phone campaigns
Create and manage promotional offers to maximize sales across various audience segments.
Set, track, and report on annual revenue goals and attendance benchmarks.
Serve as the concierge-level point of contact for board members, major donors, and community stakeholders arranging ticketing.
Audience Development & Community Access
Identify and cultivate new and underrepresented audience segments through partnerships, mission-aligned programming, and outreach.
Support audience segmentation and database analysis to inform targeted communications and offers.
Collaborate with the Marketing team to design and implement campaigns focused on acquisition, retention, and lifecycle value.
Partner with schools, youth organizations, and educational leaders to grow student matinee attendance.
Promote access to performances with ASL, audio description, open captioning, and relaxed performances.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration
Collaborate closely with Patron Services to ensure smooth ticket fulfillment, customer satisfaction, and front-of-house coordination.
Work with Development to align group and community partnerships with donor engagement strategies.
Coordinate with Production and Education departments to support performance logistics and school engagement.
Strategic Partnerships & Community Engagement
Build long-term relationships with schools, cultural institutions, corporations, senior centers, and tourism partners.
Design customized group sales and engagement packages tailored to organizational partners.
Represent GSP at public and industry events, community fairs, and promotional activations.
Management of Matinee Performances
Serve as the primary liaison for all student matinee bookings and school partnerships.
Serve as the primary liaison for all matinee bookings for seniors and veterans.
Oversee outreach, marketing materials, ticketing, and onsite support for student performances.
Sales Data Management & Reporting
Maintain accurate records of sales performance, outreach, and engagement activity in Tessitura.
Monitor and report weekly on sales pipeline, conversion rates, audience trends, and performance against goals.
Provide data-informed feedback to inform departmental strategies and improve outcomes.
Requirements
3–5 years of experience in sales, marketing, or audience development, preferably in a performing arts or cultural institution Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding revenue goals
Strong organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with customer relationship database systems (Tessitura preferred) and sales reporting tools
Ability to work collaboratively and diplomatically with diverse constituencies including donors, staff, artists, board members, and the public
Passion for the performing arts or nonprofit work
Availability for evening and weekend work, including during performances and special events.
The standard office schedule is Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Evening and weekend hours are required for events, performances, and special activities. Regular attendance is expected at:
All company “Meet and Greet” events
Dress rehearsal or one preview performance of each production
Opening Night activities and major fundraising events
How To Apply
$50,000 – $60,000 annually, plus benefits. To apply please submit your resume and cover letter by 12pm EST on July 31, 2025 to Megan Cherry at jobs@georgestplayhouse.org with “GSP Sales & Audience Development Manager” in the subject line.
Deadline: Jul 31, 2025
Email: jobs@georgestplayhouse.org