Senior Account Executive - Revenue Generation - Southern Methodist University

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify and generate revenue through multiple channels, including ticket sales, new donor acquisition, premium seating, hospitality, and other revenue-generating initiatives.
• Call current and past customers and cold-call new sales leads to generate revenue
• Contact area businesses and individuals via phone, in-person/virtual appointments and networking events where applicable to generate revenue
• Build relationships to provide repeat business and excellent customer service
• Achieve and exceed weekly, monthly and annual sales goals established by management
• Act proactively to create opportunities for new business with existing customers
• Provide superior customer service to clients throughout the season
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned by Director

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of sales or customer service experience.
• Experience with ticketing systems and CRM software such as Salesforce a plus
• 2+ years history of success in ticket sales preferably with a major Division 1 university or professional sports organization
• Demonstrate a proven track record in sales and building quality relationships
• Have a friendly and professional telephone manner
• Strong desire to learn about our business and grow your professional career
• Effectively express ideas verbally and in writing
• Independently take action beyond what is called for
• Be able to generate original and imaginative solutions to business opportunities
• Demonstrate a positive attitude
• Maintain a flexible work schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience

Pay and benefits

The base pay for this position is $16.00 per hour. Please note that this is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Individuals may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and/or sales compensation based on individual and company performance. Placement on the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and geographic location. The pay rate will comply with all minimum federal, state, and local wage/salary requirements.

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.