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FootballCo Media Limited

Sales Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Footballco is the world's leading football media company, built for the next generation of fans. Our mission is to give fans more of the game by building football communities that entertain, inform ...

FootballCo

Sales Manager

Manhattan, NY

Footballco is the world's leading football media company, built for the next generation of fans. Our mission is to give fans more of the game by building football communities that entertain, inform ...

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Social Media Producer

Arlington, TX · On-site

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for football media in the United States is $52,590.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $60,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Football Media job?

A Football Media job involves creating, managing, and distributing content related to football across various platforms such as TV, radio, social media, and websites. Professionals in this field may work as journalists, analysts, content creators, or social media managers, covering matches, player news, and tactical analysis. The role requires strong communication skills, an understanding of the sport, and the ability to engage audiences with compelling content.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Football Media?

Professionals in Football Media often face the challenges of tight deadlines, especially when covering live events or breaking news, and the pressure to produce timely, high-quality content. They must also keep up with the fast pace of the football world where stories and statistics can change quickly, requiring adaptability and quick decision-making. Working evenings, weekends, and holidays is common due to match schedules and major tournaments. Successful candidates are typically passionate about football, comfortable with fast-paced environments, and able to collaborate effectively with reporters, photographers, editors, and other media professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Football Media position, and why are they important?

To excel in Football Media, candidates should possess strong sports journalism skills, a deep understanding of football, and relevant qualifications such as a degree in journalism, communications, or sports media. Familiarity with digital content creation tools, video editing software, social media platforms, and content management systems is highly valued. Excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to work under tight deadlines are standout soft skills in this field. These competencies are crucial for producing engaging, accurate coverage and thriving in the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of sports media.

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Infographic showing various Football Media job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Internship, 46% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,590 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Sales Manager

FootballCo Media Limited

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Footballco is the world's leading football media company, built for the next generation of fans. Our mission is to give fans more of the game by building football communities that entertain, inform, and inspire action. We cover everything in football from news and analysis, original reporting, and social media content, to web stores, video, podcasts, newsletters, and live scores. With over 1 billion video views per month, 100 million social followers globally, and a reach of 800 million across web, social, and video platforms, Footballco is the world's largest football media company and one of the largest digital media companies in sport globally.
About the Role
The role offers a base salary plus a commission structure.
Footballco is looking for a Sales Manager based in New York City to help expand our US Region. You will be expected to drive the commercial agenda with agencies and brands in the US. You should have a natural ability to ensure strong coverage of the market and shape compelling propositions to prospective clients. You will use your market knowledge to feed into the positioning of our brands within North America whilst working also closely with our content teams to align commercial opportunities with editorial output. You will grow the sales team in the region and have the opportunity to shape the strategy.
What you'll be doing:
  • Promote Footballco's media, content and strategy propositions to relevant media agency and client contacts with regular calls, meetings and proactive work
  • Secure briefs and work with our Strategy Team to produce first class proposals and win business
  • Manage campaigns, upsell where possible and secure repeat business
  • Identify opportunities and develop media and branded content packages around major soccer tournaments and editorial tentpoles
  • Work in collaboration with our global sales organization to target relevant US-based brand leads and ensure we are communicating with all key decision makers globally, with agencies and clients alike

What you have:
  • Minimum 2-3 years Digital media agency and client-direct sales experience
  • Demonstrated ability to make 10+ sales calls per week and a solid reputation in the market as a consultative seller capable of exceeding targets
  • Multiple contacts across the US media agency and client landscape, with an emphasis on New York-based agencies
  • A proven record in driving revenue from new spenders and converting them to repeat spenders
  • Experience in pitching complex branded content partnerships, video, unique ad formats and standard media
  • Preferably: Work within the soccer space, or sports industry at-large, with a working knowledge of the vast US media landscape

Footballco is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category.

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