What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal School Events Associate position at Guitar Center?
At Music & Arts, we are passionate about music education, and committed to supporting the educators teaching the next generation of musicians. Through our advocacy program, Be Part of the Music, we provide free resources to educators to help get and keep more students involved in music. From day one, you will support and contribute to our mission.
In this seasonal role, you will support rental events held at schools within an assigned marketplace. You will work under the direction of Educational Representative(s) to aid in executing administrative tasks and physical labor activities associated with conducting the event at the school and in advance at our facilities to prepare. During event(s) you will interface with parents and students to aid in execution of rental transactions and fulfillment.
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Essential Functions (not all-inclusive):
- Complete administrative tasks assigned including pre/post-event documentation, inventory tagging, and other miscellaneous tasks.
- Support physical labor activities including loading/unloading inventory and event staging/breakdown.
- Use contactless applications to reserve and fulfill customer orders during events.
- Communicate professionally with sales reps, leadership, parents, students, and on occasion educators, administrators, and/or other key school personnel.
- Travel is required to/from assigned event prep location(s) and school event location(s). Event preparation activities typically take place at Music & Arts warehouses, storage facilities, and/or retail stores while events themselves are typically held at schools within an assigned marketplace.
- Other duties as assigned; must complete all required training.
About Music & Arts
Music & Arts embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to create lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.
The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by founder Benjamin O'Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better serve his customers -- a decision that remains intact to this day.
Since the 1990's, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005, Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD, Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 225 retail stores, 200 educational representatives, and 250 affiliate locations.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Valid state driver's license and automotive insurance
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
Preferences:
- Bilingual; the ability to understand and to make oneself understood to all Spanish speaking individuals
- Intermediate knowledge of Band and Orchestral instruments
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