Account Executive
This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.
Summary of Job Duties:
The Account Executive, Ticket Sales role will generate revenue using all sales methods, including cold calls, face to face appointments, prospecting, and networking. This position will interact and work together with Account Executives, the Razorback Foundation and the Razorback Ticket Center Staff on all ticket sales initiatives and campaigns. This position will process orders through the Paciolian ticketing system for season, mini plan, single game, and premium ticketing options for all home ticketed sporting events. This position is responsible for annual and monthly new revenue goals as well as renew assigned accounts throughout the off-season.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications:
Customer service or sales experience
Demonstrated ability to record 60-80 calls per day
Experience handling multiple assignments and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Experience in a college athletics department and/or professional sports organization as a staff member or student-athlete
Paciolan ticketing system experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of NCAA Compliance rules and regulations
Competitive and highly motivated skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Customer Service and problem-solving skills
Ability to prospect, establish, research and close ticket sales leads through cold-calling, face-to-face appointments, and networking
Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
Ability to navigate multiple sporting venues for client in seat visits and facility tours
Ability to multitask various call campaigns while maintaining call volume standards
Additional Information:
This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.
Salary Information:
$35,300
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Jarred Witt, HR Coordinator - Athletics, jarredw@uark.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.