Part-Time Sales Associate (Outbound) – The Times Center

Job Description

The New York Times’ Time Center is looking for a Sales Associate (Outbound) to grow outbound sales and secure new event bookings. You will focus on targeting large corporate, media, nonprofit, and agency clients to position the venue as a premier destination for high‑profile events in Midtown Manhattan.

Remote, part‑time, temporary position reporting to Managing Director, Times Center.

About the Role:

Bring a client network, an experienced seller, and an ability to produce and close new business through strategic outreach. This role supports in‑person client meetings and tours, while primarily working off‑site.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a targeted outbound sales strategy to grow bookings
• Prospect and engage corporate clients, media organizations, nonprofits, and event agencies through outbound outreach and networking
• Build and manage a pipeline of qualified leads with a focus on high‑value events
• Pitch the venue’s unique value including premium design, advanced production capabilities, and central Midtown location
• Conduct virtual presentations and occasional in‑person site tours and client meetings
• Partner with our teams to ensure seamless execution from lead to confirmed booking
• Track outreach activity, pipeline progress, and revenue performance
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of sales experience in event venues, hospitality, media, or related industries
• Experience in outbound sales and new business development
• Experienced with remote sales at a part‑time capacity

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sales Network within corporate event planning, media, or agency communities

Compensation & Benefits:

Hourly base rate: $40–$50 USD. For U.S. roles, variable pay such as annual bonus and restricted stock may be available. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision benefits; Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s); company‑matching 401(k) plan; paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristics. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)’s Know Your Rights Poster is available here.

Reasonable Accommodations

The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email

Fair Chance

The Company encourages those with criminal histories to apply, and will consider their applications in a manner consistent with applicable “Fair Chance” laws.