Job Description

Hours:

10-20 hours per week (varies)

Start Date:

ASAP

TO APPLY

Please email winewise@winewiseevents.com with your

cover letter and resume

with "

Marketing Positions at Wine Wise

" in the subject line. It's essential to include both a resume (which tells us about your experience) and your cover letter (to tell us why you believe you are the best person for the job you are applying for). We are only able to respond to applicants that submot both a resume and cover letter, meet the job requirements, and that we feel might be a good match for our team.

We are hiring for multiple positions at Wine Wise. If you believe you are qualified for more than one open position and would like to pursue a larger role with us, we encourage you to do so by clearly stating this in your email and cover letter, and including "

applying for multiple positions

" in the subject line.

We look forward to hearing from you.

ABOUT WINE WISE

Since 2010, Wine Wise has curated unparalleled wine education experiences in Portland, Maine, offering engaging and interactive opportunities for individuals to enrich their Maine experience and wine knowledge through a variety of public events, private engagements, and wine region excursions. As a locally owned and community-driven business, Wine Wise fosters deep connections within the Greater Portland community and collaborates with numerous small, local businesses in the restaurant, beverage, and marine sectors, while also drawing a significant and growing number of newcomers to Maine for world-class wine experiences.

In 2025, Wine Wise's highly acclaimed Wine Sails attracted customers from 111 Maine cities and towns, 49 states, and internationally. In addition to June-October Wine Sails, Wine Wise's services include Sommelier-Curated Wine Club and Delivery, domestic and international Small Group Wine Region Trips, private events, consulting, and more.

ABOUT THE CANDIDATES

We are seeking entry-level or experienced people to join our growing team. We have multiple roles to fill for year-round positions. We can customize positions to fit the desires, skill sets, and schedules of multiple candidates. Responsibilities can include a support or management role in one or more of following; content creation, social media, email campaigns, copywriting, marketing and sales, partner relations, administrative, etc.

Desired candidates have a strong work ethic, outstanding time management, organization, communication, and computer skills, the ability to think strategically and creatively, flourish in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, be detail-oriented, and have a passion for quality work, which are all essential to success. Strong writing, marketing, and team-oriented skills are a strong plus!

An interest or background in marketing, sales, communications, or public relations is a plus! Work within a team of marketers to collaboratively create and execute plans. Stellar written and oral communication skills. Willingness to try innovative marketing strategies. Excellent time management, able to balance multiple projects simultaniously. A creative thinker who enjoys experimenting and generating ideas and experiences. Professional demeanor, tactful in communication; can handle sensitive and confidential information. Ability to work in a hybrid work environment with a set and reliable schedule. Fluent in Microsoft Office. Identify, communicate, and troubleshoot constraints.

COORDINATION & TEAM COLLABORATION

Participate in ongoing weekly or twice-weekly team status/planning meetings Collaborate with the Wine Wise teams to develop initiatives and project plans. Brainstorm and pitch new ideas and initiatives. Collaborate with team members and business partners. Coordinate and schedule correspondence with our partners in a professional and efficient manner.

REQUIRED SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS

Be excellent at follow-through and follow-up Excellent computer skills Detail-oriented Creative thinker Extremely organized Strong work ethic Excellent communicator Proactive and self-motivated Team player Eager to learn Resourceful and reliable

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Education: A Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred, but not required. Industry experience or familiarity is a strong plus. We are open to an entry-level candidate. Experience: 0-2 years. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Must live within a short drive of Portland, Maine Must have reliable transportation.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):

Are you located within a 25-minute driving distance of Portland, Maine?
Ability to Commute:

Portland, ME (Required)
Work Location: In person