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Playy Sports

Digital Account Executive

Dallas, TX

The Digital Sales Account Executive (AE) for Home Team Sports (HTS) will be responsible for revenue growth for all HTS digital offerings, through sales to agencies and clients directly. The AE will ...

Ball Arena

Account Executive

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$4.0K - $11K/mo

Account Executive Department: G&A Sales Business Unit: Radio Location: Denver, CO Reports To ... Open until filled Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment ...

Playfly Sports

Digital Account Executive

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Digital Sales Account Executive (AE) for Home Team Sports (HTS) will be responsible for revenue growth for all HTS digital offerings, through sales to agencies and clients directly. The AE will ...

Playbook

Account Executive

Hoboken, NJ

We have an amazing list of customers and partners including professional sports teams, fortune 500 ... About the Role Our Account Executive position is designed for accomplished Account Executives with ...

Playbook

Account Executive

Hoboken, NJ

We have an amazing list of customers and partners including professional sports teams, fortune 500 ... About the Role Our Account Executive position is designed for accomplished Account Executives with ...

Joe Hand Promotions Inc

Account Executive

Warrington, PA · On-site

Account Executive @ Joe Hand Promotions Company Description: Joe Hand Promotions (JHP) is the world ... JHP partners with leaders in the sports & entertainment industry, e.g., UFC, ESPN, DAZN, Top Rank ...

Texas Sports Academy

Account Executive

Dallas, TX

$150K - $200K/yr

Texas Sports Academy is building the next generation of schools for student-athletes. Our model is ... The Role We are looking for a high-agency Account Executive to help drive the next phase of Texas ...

Texas Sports Academy

Account Executive

Dallas, TX · Remote

$150K - $200K/yr

Texas Sports Academy is building the next generation of schools for student-athletes. Our model is ... The Role We are looking for a high-agency Account Executive to help drive the next phase of Texas ...

Texas Sports Academy

Account Executive

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$150K - $200K/yr

Texas Sports Academy is building the next generation of schools for student-athletes. Our model is ... The Role We are looking for a high-agency Account Executive to help drive the next phase of Texas ...

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How much do sports account executive jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports account executive in the United States is $79,235.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports account executive?

To thrive as a Sports Account Executive, you need strong sales acumen, relationship management abilities, and a firm understanding of the sports industry, often gained through a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with CRM software, ticketing systems, and sales analytics tools is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal communication, negotiation skills, and resilience help you build lasting partnerships and navigate a competitive market. These qualities are essential for effectively driving revenue, maintaining client satisfaction, and contributing to your organization's success in a fast-paced environment.

What is a sports account executive?

A Sports Account Executive is responsible for managing relationships with clients, selling sponsorships, and generating revenue for a sports organization. They work with businesses and brands to create advertising opportunities through ticket sales, hospitality packages, and partnerships. This role involves prospecting new clients, maintaining existing accounts, and meeting sales targets. Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

What does a sports account executive do?

A typical day for a Sports Account Executive involves prospecting and reaching out to potential clients, managing existing accounts, and collaborating with marketing, ticketing, and event operations teams to fulfill client needs. You might spend time meeting with corporate sponsors, attending games or events, crafting tailored proposals, and resolving client issues. The role also requires tracking progress toward sales goals and consistently communicating updates and opportunities to management. This dynamic environment provides a mix of office work, face-to-face meetings, and event-based interactions, making time management and multitasking essential skills.

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Infographic showing various Sports Account Executive job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,235 per year, or $38.1 per hour.

Digital Account Executive

Playy Sports

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

DIGITAL ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Dallas, Texas

In Office

THE RUNDOWN

Playfly Sports is looking for a Digital Account Executive to join our team in Dallas. The Digital Sales Account Executive (AE) for Home Team Sports (HTS) will be responsible for revenue growth for all HTS digital offerings, through sales to agencies and clients directly. The AE will develop a solid understanding of HTS integrated Digital offerings, utilizing superb consultative selling skills and in addressing client needs to generate revenue. This role will also build a productive sales pipeline, develop and manage highly effective account relationships, and drive digital revenue are key responsibilities.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

Pursue, develop, and maintain effective business relationships across all agency and client layers in the digital media marketplace

Work and develop revenue through new target growth categories, as assigned by Vice President, Digital Sales, and assist in developing new accounts for HTS Digital through digital agencies

Create, develop and implement new concepts, packages, and platforms in collaboration with all complementary internal groups, to present to agencies and clients

Develop innovative digital sales strategies and opportunities tailored specifically to HTS products that expand beyond the existing scope of HTS client solutions including video, social and programmatic

Serve as an expert consulting resource for all HTS digital offerings and assist the HTS internal teams, HTS representation partners, agencies, and clients to better understand and utilize such offerings

Develop relationships with other digital and media technology companies, agencies, startups, etc. and subsequently developing strategic partnerships and revenue opportunities

Ensure optimal market coverage by participating in client activities, trade association events and socials, and any ancillary activities that can assist in better visibility and revenue growth

Develop, cultivate and build strong relationships with other corporate and major media entities on cross-sales platforms and promotional opportunities

Collaborate with HTS Integrated Sales team to develop digital stand-alone partnerships

Other job-related duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Bachelor's degree required, with preference in Sports Media, Communications, Marketing or related fields

3-5 years of digital, sales and or agency experience in sports or entertainment field is required

Interest in and general understanding of the sports industry, and current contacts within the aforementioned business sectors is strongly recommended

Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary

Strong organizational, presentation and public speaking, and project management skills are imperative to this role

Knowledge of Microsoft Office computer applications, including Word and Outlook is necessary

Ability for analytical reasoning of sales and research data (CPM, impressions, site metrics, data analysis, etc.)

Must be technologically savvy with propensity for understanding new technology platforms and how they apply to our business model

A proven ability to develop and maintain successful internal and external business relationships is essential

TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role takes place in an office setting and is a sedentary role

Regular travel may be required to attend meetings, conduct trainings, etc.

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