Ticket Sales, Account Executive

As a member of the Peoria Chiefs Ticket Sales Team, the Account Executive will be responsible for selling season tickets (full and mini ticket packages), group tickets and premium inventory for the Peoria Chiefs and Dozer Park.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Sell season tickets and partial plans with particular focus on group ticket sales

Execute effective sales calls and presentations promoting the purchase of the available seating products in order to meet established sales objectives and goals

Create strong relationships with our customer base by staying in consistent contact through phone calls, emails and in-game visits

Prospect for new sales by placing outbound cold calls and conducting in-person meetings

Prospect for new sales by representing the organization at various community events

Research and prospect for new business leads

Renew full & mini-plan package holders and group ticket purchasers

Work in conjunction with fellow Sales Team Members to uphold mandates and ethics of the entire department regarding sales and service objectives

Participate in events, promotions, client entertainment and other activities as required

Work closely with Ticket Operations department to ensure inventory integrity and high levels of service for all seat holders

Work scheduled shifts during Peoria Chiefs home games and other required team and/or Dozer Park events, activities or functions as required

Provide problem solving techniques to assist all customer inquiries and concerns

Represent the Peoria Chiefs and Dozer Park in a professional, and ethical manner

Proactively create opportunities for new business with existing customers

Maintain good attendance and punctuality

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum 1 year sports/entertainment sales experience or other professional sales experience

Must be assertive, self-motivated team player that has the ability to focus on both departmental and individual growth

Ability to handle heavy phone volume, both outbound and inbound required

College graduate (4) year degree preferred

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

Excellent written and oral communications skills

Ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays as dictated by events

Exceptionally work ethic and strong desire to succeed

Team Player

High level of professionalism

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.