Job Title: Travel Marketing and Sales Associate (Independent Contractor) Reports To: Chief Executive Officer, Quality Travel Solutions Responsibilities: • • • • • • • • • • •
Manage social media postings and projects (including: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn and Instagram) Destination research for new tours (including: destination selection, itinerary design, hotels, activities, ground transportation, and other logistics) Create marketing materials for upcoming tours and current travel specials Participate in industry training; report on key information Maintain knowledge of current travel news and trade publications; report on key information Participate in networking and industry events to represent the QTS brand Work directly with media outlets on QTS news, opportunities and press releases Participate in the identification and recruitment of new QTS team members Develop relationships with key QTS suppliers to market the brand, secure promotions, provide agent training, and additional value-adds for clients Interact with QTS team to provide additional marketing and sales support Other projects as assigned
Qualifications: • • • • • • • • •
Prior experience working as an independent contractor Minimum of 2 years prior travel industry experience Strong knowledge of social media best practices and posting methodologies Expert destination research and presentation skills Familiarity with domestic and foreign travel destinations Must be comfortable representing the QTS brand via phone, email, and in-person events Strong reading comprehension and written communication skills Ability to work with customers, agents and vendors in a pro-active and professional manner Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other marketing technologies
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This is an independent contracting assignment Weekly hours can range from 5 to 20 depending on current projects. The position is estimated to be an average of 10 hours per week to start, with hours increasing over time. There is the potential that this will become a full-time position Preference provided to candidates residing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico or Phoenix (Metro), Arizona Candidate must utilize their own work environment, internet, phone and computer Compensation is determined based on prior experience and local market value
For Consideration: Please email cover letter and resume to Don Capparella at info@QualityTravelSolutions.com