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Account Executive

AEG, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441

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OBJECTIVE The Savannah Ghost Pirates, part of Zawyer Sports & Entertainment Properties, are seeking a motivated self-starter who possesses superior planning, listening, and communication skills. This role is ideal for individuals eager to grow their career in ticket sales, focusing on season, group, and premium tickets for the Savannah Ghost Pirates and UpShot Savannah. Under the guidance of the President and COO of Zawyer Sports & Entertainment, the Account Executive will be instrumental in driving sales and fostering fan engagement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Generate new group and season sales through cold calling, outside appointments, and building tours

Prospect new group sales opportunities through cold calling, referrals, and networking events

Set up face-to-face appointments with key decision-makers of community and corporate groups

Staff ticket sales tables for games and events, plus outside networking opportunities

Create, plan, and execute multiple group events on a monthly basis

Meet all predetermined activity and sales goals

Work all home games to support ticket sales initiatives

Update accounts on CRM Systems, including Salesforce

Exemplify the core characteristics of a strong sales culture, including strong interpersonal skills, prompt and professional follow-through, openness to new ideas and suggestions, and constant enthusiasm toward internal and external contacts

Communicate effectively and professionally with all internal and external contacts

Support a positive sales culture within the sales team, as well as the entire front office

Perform all other duties as assigned by the President and COO

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed above. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree in sports administration, business, advertising, or marketing preferred

1-3 years of ticket sales experience in a professional sport or university setting

A strong interest in building a career in sales

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience with Archtics Ticketing System and / or TicketReturn a plus

Team player with a positive attitude, self-confidence, professionalism, resourcefulness, integrity, motivation, and a very strong work ethic

Sales experience is required

Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

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.

JOB QUESTIONS

Are you available to work nights, weekends and holidays?

What are your salary expectations?

Do you have housing in the Savannah area?

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