Colorado Rockies
Account Executive, School Groups & Educational Events
Hybrid Lead $4.6k/mo
Summary
The Colorado Rockies are hiring an Account Executive, School Groups & Educational Events to sell and manage group ticket programs with an emphasis on schools and educational organizations. The role focuses on generating ticket revenue through prospecting, relationship-building, and executing themed educational events at Rockies games.
What you'll do
- Generate ticket revenue by establishing and developing accounts through lead generation and networking across educational clientele (day camps, K-12 schools, colleges, and related entities).
- Educate clients on ticketing processes to maximize value and utilization of purchased tickets.
- Lead the creation, promotion, and execution of theme days and special events (e.g., STEM Day, on-field performances, pre-game ceremonies, batting practice viewing) in partnership with other departments.
- Collaborate with marketing and cross-functional teams to generate leads, execute sales campaigns, and build year-round prospecting plans and business development initiatives.
- Maintain accurate client, prospect, invoice, and transaction records in Salesforce.
- Track, report, and analyze sales processes and results with department staff to improve revenue and efficiency.
- Research market and industry trends to tailor programs and identify new opportunities.
- Create new business opportunities while maintaining a waiting list for upcoming seasons.
- Assist with renewals for groups purchasing 20+ tickets.
- Support updates to existing group sales materials and creation of new literature (fliers, letters, etc.).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred: business, marketing, communications, or sports management) and/or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 2 years of high-volume sales experience (preferred: ticketing or sports/entertainment industry).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and internal peers.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with a results-oriented approach.
- Proficient with internet applications and CRM systems; ability to learn ticketing systems such as Archtics and AI tools such as ChatGPT.
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and oversee large-scale events and programs.
- Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive sales culture and long-term team growth.
- Application requirement: resume and cover letter (no more than 1 page) describing experience and interest.
Conditions
- Flexible schedule; may include seasonal in-game duties during evening and weekend home games.
- On-site ballpark work required, including visiting clients during home games and conducting seat tours on game and non-game days.
- Physical requirements include navigating the ballpark, stooping/kneeling/bending/crouching, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
- Compensation includes base pay plus commission opportunity.
- Benefits may include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, vacation and holidays, employee parking, employer-provided home game tickets, onsite fitness classes/experiences, and merchandise discounts (subject to eligibility and plan terms).