SummaryMarquee Sports Network is seeking a highly driven, innovative, and experienced sales professional who thrives on creating dynamic business solutions across all media platforms. This individual will play a pivotal role in generating new revenue by delivering custom advertising and marketing solutions via our digital, direct-to-consumer (DTC), and linear channels. The ideal candidate will be fiercely driven to build impactful, strategic partnerships with brands eager to connect with our passionate audience of sports fans.
We are looking for an ambitious, entrepreneurial seller who possesses a robust network of client contacts and relationships with key decision-makers. A proven ability to ideate and deliver customized marketing solutions across digital and traditional platforms is essential. This role is perfect for a high-energy problem solver who sees the power of sports as a vital tool for connecting brands with audiences. You will represent our Emmy Award-winning network, helping advertisers reach their goals through innovative campaigns built on sports fandom.
Key Responsibilities- Meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying and cultivating new business opportunities.
- Develop and maintain strong, trusting relationships with clients and agencies, presenting creative marketing solutions that maximize their ROI.
- Strategize, plan, and sell comprehensive campaigns across all platforms, ensuring advertisers can reach and engage sports fans in meaningful ways.
- Collaborate with internal teams across sales, production, and marketing to create and execute impactful campaigns.
- Consistently engage clients, showcasing our network and the value of connecting with our audience through both in-person and virtual meetings.
Qualifications- Proven Sales Leader: You have at least 5 years of media and/or sports digital sales experience, with a successful track record of exceeding revenue goals, especially within a top 10 DMA.
- Multi-Platform Expert: You have experience selling across multiple platforms and understand how to create seamless, cross-channel campaigns.
- Client Relationships: You bring an established network of client relationships that will immediately contribute to new revenue generation.
- Chicago/Midwest Market Knowledge: You have strong familiarity with the Chicago and Midwest marketplaces.
- Communication & Organization: You are an excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to present to high-level executives and articulate marketing strategies clearly. You're also highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Competitive: You're eager to work in a fast-paced, highly competitive environment with a will to win. You pride yourself on a strong work ethic and integrity.
Marquee Sports Network Benefits- Competitive compensation and commission structure
- Paid time off: Personal, Sick & Vacation Time
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Sporty Business work attire and flexible work environment
- On-site parking
About Marquee Sports Network:Marquee Sports Network is the award-winning home of the Chicago Cubs (MLB) and a proud partner of the Chicago Bears (NFL), Chicago Sky (WNBA) and Chicago Red Stars (NWSL). Marquee Sports Network is also home to local college and high school sporting events, as well as community programming. Named the RSN of the Year in 2023 and 2024 by Cynopsis Media, Marquee Sports Network provides innovative and exclusive year-round regional sports coverage through WatchMarquee.com and the Marquee Sports Network App, accessible at home or on the go through connected TV platforms (Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung TV) and mobile/tablet devices (iOS, Android). Comprehensive sports coverage is also available anytime, anywhere at MarqueeSportsNetwork.com. For more information, visit MarqueeSportsNetwork.com/About.