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Vice President of Ticket Sales - AHL Teams (Various Locations, US)

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:04:00 EST

AHL teams are seeking qualified individuals ready for the challenges of leading their own ticket sales departments. With 29 teams in operation, the AHL is stronger than ever with teams in major markets including Chicago, Houston, San Antonio, Toronto, Cleveland, Hartford and Milwaukee. The AHL desires to expand its ticket sales operations and needs talented leaders to help increase ticket revenues. In this tough economic climate, the AHL provides an opportunity for ticket sales growth through an extremely affordable, family friendly product. The Vice President of Ticket Sales is responsible for the strategic planning and day-to-day operations of the entire ticket sales department in addition to being the leader in generating ticket sales revenue. VICE PRESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES: • Hiring, retention and professional development of ticket sales staff. • Develop and implement budget and ticket sales business plan. • Provide continual sales training and motivation of ticket sales and service personnel. • Implement new & renewal ticket sales initiatives relating to season, partial and group ticket sales. • Generate daily sales reports for senior executive management. • Determine annual ticket pricing & benefit packages. • Oversee the development and implementation the team services and retention department. • Investigate new technologies to improve ticket sales efforts . ABOUT THE AHL In operation ... Read More...

Internship Notification - AHL Teams (Various Locations, NA)

Mon, 22 May 2006 09:14:00 EST

From time to time, the teams in the AHL will be looking for interns. Make sure your email is correct and you check off the notification boxes, otherwise we cannot send you job notifications. Once you receive notification of a job, you must come back to the site to reapply. Entering your record here does not make you an applicant to any position and is not viewable by any team. If you complete your application and then press "edit your information" you can be notified of full-time positions as well. Please complete the application first and then modify it to include notifications for full-time positions if you are in your final year of college or graduate school.

Future Notification Only - AHL Teams (Various Locations, NA)

Mon, 22 May 2006 09:12:00 EST

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Ticket Sales Internship - Binghamton Senators (Binghamton, NY)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:34:24 EST

The Binghamton Senators are currently seeking Ticket Sales interns for the 2010 winter and spring. Our goal is to maintain an internship program that is beneficial to both the student and the organization. The most important department in any professional sports organization is the ticket sales department. Most jobs in the industry, especially most entry-level jobs, are in the ticket sales area. Therefore, it is imperative that those who wish to work in professional sports have a background, knowledge, and love for selling tickets and the ticket selling process. This internship will give the intern a vast knowledge of how professional sports organizations, especially minor league organizations, increase their ticket sales with season and group tickets. With these summer internships, you focus on two of the most important aspects of any professional sports organization, season and group ticket sales. There are up to 3 positions available. OPPORTUNITY TO EARN COMMISSIONS! Duties: • Learn ticket sales process • Make cold calls to local companies and individuals selling 2009-20010 group ticket packages and mini-plans • Assist with marketing and promotional campaigns for the ticket sales department • Assist ticket department with season ticket holder mailings • Assist in the daily operations of the Senators Group Sales department • Creating and maintaining ticket department databases and spreadsheets • Maintain an ... Read More...

Group Sales Internship - Binghamton Senators (Binghamton, NY)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:30:50 EST

Group Sales/Customer Service Internship (Winter/Spring 2008-2009) The Binghamton Senators are currently seeking a Group Ticket Sales/Customer Service intern for the 2009-2010 season. Our goal is to maintain an intern program that is beneficial to both the student and the organization. The most important department in any professional sports organization is the ticket sales department. Most jobs in the industry, especially most entry-level jobs, are in the ticket sales area. Therefore, it is imperative that those who wish to work in professional sports have a background, knowledge, and love for selling tickets and the ticket selling process. I am looking more for someone who can assist the department in the group sales ticket selling process, rather than an actual salesperson. This internship will give the intern a vast knowledge of how professional sports organizations, especially minor league organizations, increase their ticket sales with season and group tickets. Duties: • Assist in the daily operations of the Senators Group Sales department • Learn ticket sales process • Learn how to organize group nights • Creation and distribution of group sales marketing materials • Assist with marketing and promotional campaigns for the ticket sales department • Assist ticket department with season ticket holder or group sales mailings • Creating and maintaining ticket department databases and spreadsheets • Maintain an organiz ... Read More...

Corporate Sales Representative - Bridgeport Sound Tigers (Bridgeport, CT)

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:21:53 EST

The Bridgeport Sound Tigers are searching for a self-motivated Corporate Sales Representative. Must have a minimum of 5 years of sales experience. Ticket sales experience is a plus. Must be self-disciplined and possess strong follow-up skills. Main responsibilities include selling sponsorship packages and season tickets. Benefits include salary plus commission, health and dental insurance, etc.

Group Ticket Sales Account Executive - Grand Rapids Griffins (Grand Rapids, MI)

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:39:27 EST

Qualifications: • Four-year college degree preferred. • One-year sales experience preferred – could be internship level. • Ticket Sales internship with another sports team is a bonus. • Self-starter, highly motivated individual. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Exceptional work ethic and strong desire to succeed. • High level of professionalism. • Creativity and keen attention to detail. Responsibilities Include: • Identify and target prospects for group tickets. • Develop and implement theme nights. • Provide excellent customer service and renew existing group ticket accounts. • Meet weekly telemarketing and sales call quotas. • Coordinate sales presentations to prospective customers. • Assist in the development and modification of sales packages / opportunities. • Assist in the renewal efforts of season ticket accounts. • Assist in a variety of game-related duties on game nights including, client / prospect interaction, distribution of sales materials, signage set-up and takedown, troubleshooting, etc.

Ticket Sales and Marketing Internship (Spring Semester 2010) - Houston Aeros (Houston, TX)

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:20:50 EST

Job Summary: The Houston Aeros of the American Hockey League are offering an opportunity to current college level students looking to gain real world sales experience and position themselves for a career in the Sports Industry upon graduation. Ticket Sales Interns will be trained in phone sales and managed by Houston Aeros Director of Sales & Director of Business Development. Interns will be responsible for making cold calls to generate new business ticket revenue for the Houston Aeros. Basic sales and marketing principles will be explained throughout the internship. Ticket Sales Interns will make a weekly stipend and commission on all sales. As a bonus, top performers will also be offered to interview for an Account Executive position with the Houston Aeros. Knowledge/Skills/Job Qualifications: Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Manage multiple relationships well Detail oriented and organized Aggressive, competitive and committed Highly motivated with a desire to be successful Effective time management skills Experience: Prior telemarketing and/or sales experience is preferred but not required.

Amateur Hockey Program Intern - Houston Aeros (Houston, TX)

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:58:55 EST

The Houston Aeros Youth and Amateur Hockey program is currently seeking an hard-working and self-motivated individual to fill their internship position for the 2009-2010 Spring Semester. This position will work directly with the Youth and Amateur Hockey Coordinator and will take on the responsibility of operating the amateur hockey website www.houstonhockeyinsider.com. The Hockey intern will also take on administrative responsibilities for the newly formed Houston Hockey Series which is an amateur hockey league for adults that will play in conjunction with Aeros games at Toyota Center. The ideal candidate will be a current college student with credits that will apply to his/her major. Business or Communications majors are preferred. This is a full-time position and candidates must be willing to work weekends and holidays. On top of front office and game-day responsibilities, candidates will also be working with local rinks and leagues through promotional efforts as well as player appearances.

Community Programs Intern (Spring 2009) - Houston Aeros (Houston, TX)

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:59:09 EST

Job Summary: The Community Programs Intern works under the direction of the Coordinator of Community Programs. Responsibilities include selling and servicing accounts, creating new ideas to increase ticket sales and perform basic office functions as needed. Tasks and Responsibilities: Build relationships with local school districts and other community programs. Proactively create opportunities for new business with existing community programs participants. Call past customers and cold call new community program leads to generate sales. Meet or exceed assigned sales goals within overall departmental goals. Maintain complete and accurate records of all community programs participants. Work games under supervision of community programs Manager (in-season only). Attend assigned community programs events as needed. Deliver high level of customer service. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: Excellent written and oral communications skills Ability to develop and implement new community programs initiatives. Effective time management skills and strong customer service skills Self-motivated, positive attitude, team player Able to adapt to change

Public & Media Relations Intern (Spring 2009) - Lowell Devils (Lowell, MA)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:12:33 EST

This position is responsible for assisting the Director of Media & Team Services with day-to-day duties. The internship requires approximately 20 hours a week. Semester or full season available. Must be taken for school credit. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following lists the primary essential functions of this position. THIS DESCRIPTION MAY NOT BE ALL INCLUSIVE. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED AS NEEDED. · The daily maintenance and upkeep of team statistical and sports information · Assisting in the production of game-day notes and press packets for media · Providing content for and maintenance of the Lowell Devils Web site · Providing game-time information for on and off-site media · Composing and writing post-game recaps · Assisting with the creation and implementation of public and community relations efforts · Other duties as assigned by supervisors

Sales and Marketing Intern (Spring 2010) - Lowell Devils (Lowell, MA)

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:27:43 EST

The Lowell Devils are offering Fall and Spring internship positions for our sales and marketing departments. The Devils are looking for motivated, responsible, and dedicated people to be part of our team. Must be a social, outgoing, high-energy individual who is enthusiastic about promotions and marketing! This internship will provide you with necessary college credit to graduate. Duties Include: Distributing promotional materials to specific demographic areas Researching locations of businesses and schools in local areas Attending mascot appearances Database entry Creating flyers and posters for display in local establishments Assisting in creation of upcoming season promotional schedule Any and all other duties assigned by President and Director

Director of Ticket Sales - Peoria Rivermen (Peoria, IL)

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:59:44 EST

Director of Ticket Sales (Peoria, IL) The Peoria Rivermen seeks qualified candidates for the position of Director of Ticket Sales. This position oversees all aspects of Ticket Sales inventory, including season tickets, premium seats, suites, group tickets and promotional ticket packages sold to both corporations and the general public. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Directly manage sales staff and hospitality inventory to assure dynamic leadership, motivation and staff production of department revenue objectives. Oversee and aggressively achieve departmental sales goals pertaining to all events. Mentor sales staff regarding general business questions, daily objectives, and procedural expectations. Administrative responsibilities include sales tracking, staff sales totals, memos, commissions, implementation of creative package sales, scheduling, etc. Daily supervision of staff to assure call logs and sales objectives are met. Includes disciplinary action and motivation as needed. Conduct sales meetings and extensive sales training. Participation in departmental strategic planning to include overall business operations and objectives. Maintain current personal sales goals and objectives and conducts sales appointments with direct reports. Responsible for renewing, maintaining, and upgrading current season ticket holder accounts. Develop prospecting opportunities for use as sales leads from various media sou ... Read More...

Account Executive, Ticket Sales - Peoria Rivermen (Peoria, IL)

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:48:55 EST

Account Executive (Peoria, IL) The Peoria Rivermen Hockey Club, minor league affiliate of the St. Louis Blues, has an immediate opening for a Ticket Sales Account Executive. The main focus of the Account Executive will be to SELL, SELL, SELL, while maintaining a database of prospects and documenting all contacts and call results. The position will entail working all regular season home games as well as hours outside of the traditional 9 to 5. Major Responsibilities and Representative Tasks Identify and target prospects for group tickets. Develop and implement theme nights. Provide excellent customer service and renew existing group ticket accounts. Meet weekly telemarketing and sales call quotas. Coordinate sales presentations to prospective customers. Assist in the development and modification of sales packages / opportunities. Assist in the renewal efforts of season ticket accounts. Assist in a variety of game-related duties on game nights including, client / prospect interaction, distribution of sales materials, signage set-up and takedown, troubleshooting, etc. Successful candidates will have: Four-year college degree preferred. One-year sales experience preferred – could be internship level. Ticket Sales internship with another sports team is a bonus. Proficiency at computerized recordkeeping and administrative requirements of the position. Knowledge of Ticketmaster, Archtix, or similar ... Read More...

Account Executive - Rochester Americans & Knighthawks (Rochester, NY)

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:25:36 EST

The Rochester Americans Hockey Club & Rochester Knighthawks Lacrosse Club has an immediate opening for a Ticket Sales Account Executive. The main focus of the Account Executive will be to sell season tickets, group tickets, partial plans, suites, while maintaining a database of prospects and documenting all contacts and call results. The position will entail working all regular season home games as well as hours outside of the traditional 9 to 5. Major Responsibilities and Representative Tasks •Identify and target prospects for group tickets. •Develop and implement theme nights. •Provide excellent customer service and renew existing group ticket accounts. •Meet weekly telemarketing and sales call quotas. •Coordinate sales presentations to prospective customers. •Assist in the development and modification of sales packages / opportunities. •Assist in the renewal efforts of season ticket accounts. •Assist in a variety of game-related duties on game nights including, client / prospect interaction, distribution of sales materials, signage set-up and takedown, troubleshooting, etc. Successful candidates will have: •Four-year college degree preferred. •One-year sales experience preferred – could be internship level. Ticket Sales internship with another sports team is a bonus. •Proficiency at computerized recordkeeping and administrative requirements of the position. Knowledge of Ticketmaster a ... Read More...

Rampage Sales Representative - The Rampage with Spurs Sports & Entertainment (San Antonio, TX)

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:19:29 EST

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: REPORTS TO: Ticket Sales Manager Direct Reports: None CAPSULE POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position will be responsible for further developing, maintaining, and increasing Season Ticket Sales, Partial Season Ticket Sales and Group Ticket Sales for the San Antonio Rampage with a strong focus on relationship sales and customer retention. This person must generate new revenue through a process of prospecting and contacting a high volume of leads daily. This person must also provide extensive customer service and continual development of relationships with customers, and co-workers. The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: 1) Demonstrated alignment with the company's mission and core business values; 2) Collaboration with key internal/external resources and 3) Ongoing self development. KRA'S (Key Responsibility Areas): 1) Generate, develop, and maintain new and ongoing business and sales relationships. 2) Implement and demonstrate outbound sales efforts by using sales and services best practices, prospecting, networking, lead generation, and data capture and personal data base management. 3) Develop and attain personal strategies, procedures, and goals to increase sales for SS&E Properties. 4) Greet, support, and serve current and potential clients daily and at games. 5) Commit to on-going sales training and development of best sales practices. 6) Participate in and attend Sales Departme ... Read More...

The 2nd Annual Penguins Sports Industry Career Fair - Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (Wilkes-Barre, PA)

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:33:04 EST

The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins are hosting their 2nd Annual Sports Industry Career Fair on Wednesday November 11th from 3:00-5:00pm at the Wachovia Arena in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The fair is geared toward students who are looking to work in the sports industry and are interested in learning what it takes to get in the sports business world. This event will give students an opportunity to meet and speak with representatives from various sports related organizations. There will be representatives from hockey, baseball, arena (indoor) football, health & fitness, non-profit organizations, entertainment, and many more. Admission to the fair is $17.00 in advance and $20.00 at the door. Included in the price is entry to the fair, a ticket to the Penguins vs. Pirates game that night, and a Penguins hat. Please pre-register by Friday November 6th to guarantee your spot at this event. If you submit your one-page resume, we will add it to our Career Fair Resume Book to distribute to each organization participating. Participating Organizations (as of 11/2): Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees Binghamton Senators Binghamton Mets Reading Phillies Hagerstown Sun Stockcar Racing Experience at Pocono Raceway Wachovia Arena NEPA Miners International Sports Training Camp Ripken Baseball Inc. Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs If you are interested in joining us for this event or if yo ... Read More...

Account Executive - Worcester Sharks (Worcester, MA)

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:36:22 EST

The Worcester Sharks are always looking for good sales staff! This is a summary of what it takes to be an Account Executive with a premier AHL hockey club! Summary The Account Executive, under the direction of the Senior Director, Sales & Marketing, functions as a part of the ticket sales team in the Sales & Marketing Department. The key responsibility of this position is to generate revenue through aggressive selling for Worcester Sharks and other events. Major Areas & Representative Duties Season Ticket/Group Sales • Solicit and generate new customers for the organization. • Establish and maintain sales-oriented contact with organizations and responsible individuals who have participated as group sales customers or may be expected to participate in the future. • Develop and maintain a thorough awareness of the various ticket packages offered, along with various promotions that may be taking place. • Maintain contact with customer base through phone and mail communications including answering questions and solving problems and to directly and indirectly foster high renewal percentages. • Implement renewal cycle steps and meet deadlines as instructed. • Administer seat location exchanges in line with established procedures. • Act as main liaison between Sharks Minor Holdings and the ticket package holder. Team Participation • Interact with other Sharks Minor Holdings departments to provide a cooperati ... Read More...

Community Relations Intern - XL Center & Hartford Wolf Pack (Hartford, CT)

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:40:53 EST

POSITION PURPOSE To enhance knowledge through hands on experience within the sports and entertainment industry assisting the XL Center and Wolf Pack Marketing/ Community Relations Department in implementation and optimization of existing community relations initiatives and fundraising efforts. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Schedules and assist with mascot and promotional appearances Fulfills Wolf Pack donation requests Assists with creating and maintaining databases Develops existing and new grassroots marketing initiatives Assists with Wolf Pack event planning and fundraising Provides excellence in customer service during Work Wolf Pack games, event operations and in-game entertainment Writes accurate and professional press-releases, PA announcements and event descriptions Updates the Wolf Pack website ensuring accuracy of content SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Must receive college credit for the internship experience Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week including nights and weekends Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point and ideally Adobe Photoshop Strong organization skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Strong writing and proofreading skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to handle multiple projects Eager to learn and take initiative Ability to work independently and in ... Read More...