Detroit City FC

Detroit City FC

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – BILINGUAL (English/Spanish)

Detroit City FC - Entry Level
Detroit · MI
Ticket Sales · Premium/Suite Sales · Ticket Sales Management
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – BILINGUAL (English/Spanish)
Detroit City FC is Detroit’s professional soccer club. Founded in 2012, the community club has
grown to include a women’s side, developmental teams, and over 2000 youth playing under the
same badge. As the organization looks to take on new challenges, it seeks professional and
energetic Account Executives that are looking to sell for a growing team that is making a name
for itself on a national and international level.

POSITION OVERVIEW
Detroit City FC is seeking a motivated Bilingual Account Executive to join our sales team. This
position is responsible for generating new business and servicing existing accounts across ticket
sales, group experiences, and premium seating. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English and
Spanish and passionate about building relationships within diverse communities that reflect our
club’s supporter base. The position will report to the Manager of Ticket Sales & Service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
● Prospect, establish, research and close ticket sales leads through cold-calling, text/email
initiatives and in-person appointments
● Represent the organization at various networking events and/or offsite community events
promoting ticket sales
● Participate in various sales, team and community events as assigned
● Be an ambassador of the Detroit City FC brands throughout the community
● Meet and exceed established sales objectives
● Provide excellent customer service to all managed accounts during the sales process, as
well as during the sales follow-through at the event
● Hit activity targets each day with the goal of maximizing all ticket revenue
● Continually create and implement unique sales strategies, ideas, and programs as a
means of producing new business opportunities
● Contribute positively to the sales team culture by developing mutually beneficial working
relationships with all team members
● Participate and contribute to daily or weekly sales team meetings and training sessions
● Will have in-game duties during our team’s events and games
● Must be fluent in English and Spanish (writing and speaking).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
● Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Business, or related field; or equivalent
professional experience
● Strong work ethic, team-oriented attitude, and enthusiasm about contributing to the success
of the department and Club
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
● Above average knowledge of PC systems including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
database-related platforms
● Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, if necessary
● Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and execute in a timely manner
● Must be flexible with the ability to adapt in a fast pace work environment with challenging
demands and frequent changes
● Possess a competitive spirit
● Highly self-motivated
● Soccer knowledge is preferred, but not 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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