Brand Ambassador Retail Sales Part-time 30 Hours

Sony Group - New York, NY

Part-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

Sony Corporation of America, located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Sony's principal U.S. businesses include Sony Electronics Inc., Sony Mobile Communications (USA) Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC, Sony Network Entertainment Inc., Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., Sony Music Entertainment, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, and Sony Online Entertainment LLC. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network and the Sony Entertainment Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth. Sony strives to inspire and fulfill the curiosity of the consumer through engagement and emotional connection with the Brand. We are launching a new brand concept location that will deliver extraordinary experiences to the Sony consumer in a way that only we can. Your role, as a Sony Brand Ambassador, is to be the face of the brand to our customers. You will be required to have knowledge about all things Sony and be able to articulate that knowledge in a way that turns visitors into loyal Sony fans. Whether discussing the latest product innovations, demonstrating our PlayStation gaming and technology portfolio, or highlighting an emerging Sony Music artist, your goal will be to drive forward the power of entertainment that is our legacy. We are seeking candidates that are passionate, enthusiastic, cheerful and willing to learn. Effective communication and presentation skills are essential in order to capture the attention of an individual or audience while showcasing key features and benefits of our products and services. You should be able to deliver an exceptional and memorable experience by recommending product and service solutions to fit their lifestyle needs. You will be required to engage with consumers during planned events and through general foot traffic into this location. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all Sony products and services are merchandised according to plan and functioning properly.

Responsibilities

• Act as the face of the Sony brand to customers.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Sony's products and services as the Subject Matter Expert.
• Engage with consumers during planned events and through general foot traffic.
• Demonstrate product innovations and highlight Sony Music artists.
• Drive customer engagement and loyalty through exceptional service.
• Ensure all Sony products and services are merchandised according to plan and functioning properly.

Requirements

• Be passionate about innovation, technology, and entertainment.
• Customer focused, with the ability to translate customer wants to Sony experiences.
• Ability to present yourself professionally in any setting.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task as needed.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• A proactive learner with the ability to stay on top of market trends.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Strength in collaborating with other team members.
• Positive thinking and enthusiastic to challenge new things.
• Bilingual a plus.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Consumer electronics retail experience is preferred.
• Proven ability to focus on customer service and drive desired business results.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods, climb a ladder (up to 20 feet), and lift 50 pounds.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Consumer electronics retail experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Full-time benefits
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Overtime Eligible