Events Bookseller

Under the direction of the store Manager, performs a variety of tasks specific to the successful operation of the Bookery with emphasis on creating driving program

Role and Responsibilities

  • Booking and managing events in store and off site, including author events, musicians, parties, and other creative gatherings

  • Working with Owner/Bookstore Manager to coordinate off site events. 

  • Working with Book Buyer to provide books for all  events

  • Working with Cafe Manager to plan for upcoming events involving catering needs, and possible promotions to capture events audience in cafe

  • Coordinating outreach and public relations with local and national media for event and store promotion

  • Supporting Assistant Manager (Book Buyer) with maintaining relationships with publicists, sales reps, and other publishing representatives through the Assistant Manager requests for  author based events

  • Working with Orbit Group in the direction and creation of  marketing materials both print & digital 

  • Posting and maintaining event information on the Bookery social media pages and google events calendar

  • Coordinating private buyouts of cafe or store space

  • Handling the invoicing and payment of events to users by coordinating food costs, labor costs, and other related service fees under the direction of  the General Manager.   

  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED

Preferred Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to multi-task

  • Ability to learn and operate cash registers

  • Demonstrated customer service skills

  • Cash handling skills

  • Comfortable meeting new people

Physical and Environmental Requirements

  • Must be able to use hands/arms to operate machinery, telephone and for repetitive motion activities

  • Must be able to communicate using speech, sight, and sound with or without assistive device

  • Must be able to perform tasks, which could require prolonged standing, sitting, reaching, kneeling and / or squatting frequently

  • Must be able to lift and carry 15 to 25 pounds regularly with or without assistance.

Why You’ll Love Working At Bookery

1. Generous Bookstore Discount
2. Free Drip Coffee And Cafe Discount
3. Advance Copies Of Upcoming Books
4. Access To Authors And Publishers
5. Tickets To Special Events
6. Work In The Heart Of The City, Next To Cat Alley!
7. Express Your Creativity With Displays
8. Casual, Cool Work Vibes
9. Work With A Fun Staff Of Book Nerds!
10. Professional Development Opportunities
11. Constantly Learning About The Best And Newest Books
12. Interact With The Community & Book Lovers Everyday