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Account Executive, Ticket Sales

Vancouver, BCOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • sales
  • revenue targets
  • client relationships
  • sales campaigns
  • sales leads
  • sales proposals
  • networking
  • game day events
  • sales booth
  • MS Office

Nice to have

  • Archtics
  • Ticketmaster
  • Hubspot CRM
  • sports ticketing

Role summary

The Account Executive, Ticket Sales is responsible for meeting and exceeding revenue targets for assigned areas at Rogers Arena. This role focuses on building relationships with existing and prospective clients to generate revenue from ticket sales for the Vancouver Canucks and Vancouver Warriors. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing sales campaigns, pursuing sales leads, prospecting, maintaining a sales database, completing a high volume of sales calls and meetings, and creating sales proposals. The role also involves attending networking events and participating in game day sales activities. A post-secondary education in a related field, at least 2 years of direct sales and client account management experience, and strong computer, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required.

Position: Account Executive, Ticket Sales 

Department: Membership, Sales & Business Intelligence 

Reports to: Manager, Ticket Sales 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Committed to excellence, the Account Executive, Ticket Sales is responsible for meeting and exceeding the ongoing revenue targets for assigned areas in Rogers Arena.

This role will focus on: 

  • Building relationships with both existing and prospect clients with a goal of generating revenue from ticket sales and exceeding sales targets for Membership and Group Sales 
  • Developing, implementing, and maintaining sales campaigns for Vancouver Canucks and Vancouver Warriors, by pursuing sales leads and actively prospecting 
  • Working closely with sales management team to create and develop new sales concepts 
  • Maintaining database of sales, providing weekly updates to Manager, Membership and Group Sales on pipeline 
  • Completing at least 50 sales calls per day and 5-10 face-to-face meetings per week 
  • Creating and presenting sales proposals to clients 
  • Attending local and area networking opportunities 
  • Participating in game day events including sales booth execution 

YOU HAVE: 

  • Post-secondary education in a related field such as business, marketing or sport management 
  • At least 2 years of direct sales and client account management experience, prior sports ticketing experience is a significant asset
  • Extensive computer knowledge, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Polished presentation skills, with an ability to think and react to situations confidently 
  • Excellent relationship building and social skills; superior communication skills 
  • Creative and innovative team player with cooperative attitude 
  • A go-getter, with drive and initiative to succeed who is assertive, persistent, and results oriented 
  • A proven dedication to outstanding client service 
  • Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task in a dynamic, fast paced environment 
  • Superior attention to detail and strong organizational and administrative skills 
  • Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends 

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE: 

  • Experience with Archtics and Ticketmaster technology 
  • Experience with Hubspot CRM

Vancouver is one of the most diverse cities in the world and Canucks Sports & Entertainment strives to create a workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and represents our beautiful, unique community. We value unique perspectives, ideas, and creativity that support a diverse, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Canucks Sports & Entertainment is committed to building and supporting a diverse team. 

This position will remain open until filled. 

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