Description

The Account Executive, Group and Season Tickets is responsible for creating revenue through the sale of group tickets and season tickets to Winnipeg Blue Bomber and Valour FC games. The Account Executives will be a self-starter who proactively generates sale strategies. This position will get the opportunity to plan, sell and execute group sales initiatives and experiences for their clients.

What you will do:

Actively sell group tickets and achieve defined targets for new business
Create and build relationships with group sales clients and prospects future and growth opportunities
Active outbound prospecting via phone, email and other technologies
Perform in-game seat visits to clients and prospects
Plan and execute group sales experiences and events
Support other team member events with their event execution

Requirements

Must Haves:

Must have a strong sales strategy with persistence and creativity
Must have strong relationship building skills with external customers
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Must have effective oral and written communication skills in addition to a strong telephone presence.
Ability to execute exceptional organizational skills in the face of tight deadlines and multiple demands.
Ability to work independently and effectively in a high-pressure environment
1-3 years of sales experience ; Experience with ticketing and CRM software is an asset
Willingness to work gamedays, evenings, weekends and holidays as required

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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