Position: Manager, Sales Campaigns & Experiences
Department: Ticket Sales & Services
Reports To: Sr. Director, Ticket Sales & Services
FLSA: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Sacramento, CA
Position Summary
The Sacramento Kings are seeking a strategic, revenue-driven leader to serve as the operational engine behind Ticket Sales & Services experiential initiatives. The Manager, Sales Campaigns & Experiences is responsible for the development, execution, and optimization of sales-driven events, fan engagement campaigns, and premium experiential offerings that drive revenue growth, retention, and long-term fan loyalty.
This role owns the full lifecycle of ticket sales activations—from concept development and pricing strategy through execution and post-event analysis—ensuring seamless delivery and measurable impact. Acting as a key cross-functional partner to Arena Operations and internal stakeholders, this position transforms innovative ideas into high-impact fan experiences that directly support sales objectives.
The Manager directly oversees a full-time Coordinator, a seasonal Intern, and a team of part-time Sales Operations Assistants, providing leadership, structure, and accountability across all fan-facing and game day initiatives.
Key Responsibility Areas:
Strategic Sales Campaigns & Event Leadership
Lead the ideation, planning, execution, and post-event analysis of revenue-generating sales events, including prospecting events, group sales activations, and Season Ticket Member engagement initiatives.
Own the operational execution of key sales programs such as Open House, Select-a-Seat, Fan Fest activations, Court Time, Court of Dreams, and other ticket sales events.
Collaborate with department leadership to align experiential campaigns with revenue goals and retention strategies.
Develop pricing strategy, inventory planning, staffing models, and execution timelines for all sales-driven experiences.
Evaluate event performance and provide data-driven recommendations to improve revenue outcomes and fan satisfaction.
Fan Experience Packages & Engagement Programs
Oversee the strategy, inventory management, fulfillment, tracking, and reporting of Fan Experience Packages (FEPs).
Partner with Sales and Marketing to support revenue-driving promotional campaigns (e.g., Black Friday, Cyber Monday, specialty experience launches).
Monitor and manage all fan experience inquiries, ensuring premium service standards.
Support gameday activations and VIP experiences to enhance client satisfaction and long-term loyalty.
Collect participant feedback and identify opportunities to innovate and elevate offerings.
Sales Operations & Department Enablement
Serve as the primary operational liaison between Ticket Sales & Services and Arena Operations to ensure seamless execution of all sales initiatives.
Lead and manage sales support workflows using platforms such as Asana, Microsoft Forms, Salesforce, and Archtics.
Provide hands-on support to Sales Representatives by facilitating client experiential requests and campaign execution.
Oversee departmental administrative functions including sales contests, incentives, team outings, client mailings, swag procurement, and promotional inventory management.
Maintain comprehensive event recaps and operational summaries for all home games and sales-driven events.
Leadership & Staff Management
Directly supervise a full-time Coordinator, seasonal Intern, and part-time Sales Operations Assistants.
Recruit, train, schedule, and manage part-time staff responsible for game day sales support and fan experience execution.
Establish clear performance standards and accountability measures to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality fan experiences.
Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture aligned with organizational values.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, or related field.
3–5 years of progressive experience in sales operations, event strategy, hospitality, sports business, or experiential marketing.
Demonstrated experience leading and developing staff in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
Proven ability to manage complex projects from ideation through execution and reporting.
Strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce and/or Archtics preferred.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a professional sports environment.
Passion for delivering elite, revenue-driven fan experiences.
Impact of the Role
The Manager, Sales Campaigns & Experiences serves as a critical driver of ticket revenue and fan engagement by transforming strategic sales initiatives into premium, memorable experiences. This position ensures that the Ticket Sales & Services department delivers operational excellence while continuously elevating the Sacramento Kings fan journey.
Total compensation & offer package will include the following:
Base Salary: $70,000 + bonus
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
Self-Directed Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays + Summer Fridays
Employer 401(k) match
Cell Phone Stipend
Sacramento Kings home game tickets, team store discounts, and more!