2024 Seasonal Brand Ambassador
Brush Creek Distillery
- Saratoga, WY
- Temporary
- Full-time
Independently-owned and operated, the distillery is searching for bright, enthusiastic, self-starters to serve as Seasonal Brand Ambassadors on-site this spring/summer. The position will allow our ideal candidates to work alongside industry veterans, creative talents, and outdoor enthusiast, in a fun, entrepreneurial, and fast-paced environment. Seasonal Brand Ambassadors will play an active part in direct consumer engagement and brand-building initiatives, aimed at sharing our story, spirits, and elevated experiences across multiple channels.RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Learn the Brush Creek Distillery story, our portfolio/products, and unique industry positioning
- Exhibit expertise and detailed knowledge of the distillery and our spirits offerings, by becoming an active participant in multiple aspects of the distillery's operations
- Promote product knowledge and customer engagement with ranch guest, on & trade partners, and the general public, during Tasting Room/Gift Shop hours and on-site Distillery Experiences
- Actively serve as a representative in our retail environment and various areas of operations to promote the sale of products, merchandise, and positive experiences
- Assist with retail transactions, packaging, and coordination of on-site product delivery
- Support recapping metrics and sales updates to communicate success with our program
- Oversee retail inventory, conduct audits, and communicate needs and/or recommendations
- Assist in staff scheduling, pre-opening preparedness, mid-shift and closing practices
- Serve as a brand ambassador while conducting tastings, educational seminars, and tours
- Strengthen product awareness through storytelling, industry education, and guest interactions to upsell retail offerings and distillery experiences
- Deliver satisfaction and strengthen brand adoption with inspirational testimony
- Increase overall industry knowledge by working closely with management and trade partners to better understand the different channels in three-tier system
- Support management with the interaction of trade influencers & brand-building efforts
- Assist in numerous aspects of brand marketing related to social media, advocacy, guest engagement and trade partnerships and communication
- Provide direct support for VIPs, special events, promotions, and trade visits
- Experience related to hospitality management, brand marketing, and sales, and promotions
- Alcohol industry experience preferred
- Passion for the spirits industry, marketing, customer engagement and brand-building
- Charismatic with strong storytelling skills and ability to education and inspire up to 25+ individuals
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Capable of providing effective input related to consumer, trade, and press events
- Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency, adventure, and entrepreneurial spirit
- Creative, high-energy, enthusiasm and a good team player
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Education – College preferred. Internship seekers welcome!
- Ability to relocate to Saratoga, WY for seasonal internship (May – Aug, 2024)
- Ability to travel (as-needed) to support local and regional events/promotions
- 21 Years of Age or Older
- Active driver's license
- Ability to work off-property as-needed
- Availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to provide seasonal employment &/or internship commitment
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule due to the needs of the business
- Must enjoy working in an entrepreneurial, team atmosphere related to the spirits/hospitality industry
- Must be dependable, a self-starter, loyal and honest
- Seasonal Full-Time/Hourly – Commensurate with experience
- Monthly Housing Stipend
- Shared Tip Pool (tied to product sales &/or experiences)
- Meal Plan(s)
- Internship credit optional