Sales Manager
Business Development Manager / Senior Sales Executive – Art \& Creative Experiences Location Dubai, UAE (Field-based + Studio) Role Summary We are looking for a highly driven, field-based sales professional to grow our art studio’s B2B and B2C business across: Schools \& educational institutions (school trips, workshops) Tour operators \& travel companies Corporates (team building, corporate events) Event agencies \& mall activations Private events (birthdays, festivals, offsite activations) This role focuses on active business development, partnerships, and long-term client relationships. Key Responsibilities Business Development \& Sales Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities across: Schools \& nurseries Corporates \& HR departments Event agencies Tour operators \& DMCs Hotels, malls, community spaces Sell onsite and offsite workshops, activations, and experiences Conduct in-person meetings, presentations, and pitches Build and manage a strong sales pipeline Negotiate pricing, proposals, and contracts Wall Murals, 3D Art Relief and sculptures Schools \& Education Sales Build relationships with: School administrators Activity coordinators Trip coordinators Align offerings with academic calendars and school needs Secure repeat and annual partnerships Corporate \& Events Sales Pitch team building workshops and creative corporate experiences Work with HR, Admin, and Events teams Secure corporate bookings, brand activations, and festivals Client Relationship Management Maintain long-term partnerships and repeat business Ensure smooth handover to operations/artists after sale Gather feedback and identify upsell opportunities Reporting \& Coordination Maintain CRM or structured lead tracking Weekly reporting on: Leads Meetings Conversions Revenue pipeline Coordinate with operations, artists, and management Requirements (Must-Have) 7+ years of proven sales experience (B2B preferred) UAE driving license (mandatory) Dubai residence / valid UAE residency Strong field sales experience in Dubai Excellent English communication skills (Arabic/Russian is a plus) Proven ability to close deals and build long-term accounts Comfortable with targets, KPIs, and performance tracking Highly organized and self-motivated Preferred Experience Experience in: Events Education services Corporate training Team building Kids activities Hospitality or experiential services Existing network in schools, corporates, or event agencies is a major plus Personality \& Soft Skills Confident, presentable, and professional Strong negotiation and persuasion skills Persistent and resilient Excellent follow-up discipline Entrepreneurial mindset (acts like it’s their own business) Working Conditions Field-based role (meetings, site visits, networking) Flexible working hours depending on client needs * Studio-based meetings when required Job Type: Full-time Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month