Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
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Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Seasonal Security Officer
$15.25 - $18.25/hr
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Seasonal Security Officer
$15.25 - $18.25/hr
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
Churchill Downs Racetrack ("CDRT"), the world's most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875.
JOB TITLE: IT Technician DEPARTMENT: Information Technology REPORTS TO: IT Operations Manager FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt JOB SUMMARY The IT Technician provides support to end users for hardware and ...
JOB TITLE: IT Technician DEPARTMENT: Information Technology REPORTS TO: IT Operations Manager FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt JOB SUMMARY The IT Technician provides support to end users for hardware and ...
Churchill Downs Racetrack Jobs Information
Do workers at Churchill Downs get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
38% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.
38% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.
Does Churchill Downs pay people when they’re sick?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
64% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
64% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
At Churchill Downs, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
87% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.
87% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.
Is the health insurance from Churchill Downs affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Churchill Downs?
Most people get paid time off work.
85% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.
85% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
- 56% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 19% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 19% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do workers at Churchill Downs worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
81% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
81% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
Do Churchill Downs workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
47% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
47% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
How easy is it for Churchill Downs workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
67% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
67% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Churchill Downs?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
48% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
48% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do Churchill Downs managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
33% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
33% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do jobs at Churchill Downs spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
40% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
40% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Churchill Downs?
Some people find it hard to take sick days.
46% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
46% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people at Churchill Downs feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
39% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
39% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people at Churchill Downs get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
44% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
44% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Churchill Downs?
Some people feel stressed out here.
64% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
64% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people at Churchill Downs enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
79% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
79% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people at Churchill Downs recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
56% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
56% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Churchill Downs?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
54% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
54% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Churchill Downs?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 46% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
In the last year, 46% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people think Churchill Downs’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Churchill Downs is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
71% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
71% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
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Full-time
Posted 6 days ago
Churchill Downs rating
6.2
Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
22nd of 36 rated event venues
Job description
Churchill Downs Racetrack (“CDRT”), the world’s most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875. Located in Louisville, CDRT features a series of themed race days during Derby Week, including the Kentucky Oaks, and conducts Thoroughbred horse racing during three race meets in the Spring, September and Fall. CDRT is located on 175 acres and has a one-mile dirt track, a 7/8-mile turf track, a stabling area, and provides seating for approximately 60,000 guests. The stable area has barns sufficient to accommodate 1,400 horses and a 114-room dormitory for backstretch personnel. CDRT also has a year-round simulcast wagering facility . www.ChurchillDowns.com.
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Director, International Sales & Business Development is responsible for developing and executing international sales and business development strategies that expand the Churchill Downs and Kentucky Derby brand across targeted global markets. This role drives international revenue growth through strategic partnerships, market expansion, and relationship management with global clients, agencies, and high-net-worth individuals.
Working closely with the SVP, Sales & Strategy and executive leadership at Churchill Downs Racetrack and Churchill Downs Incorporated, this position identifies new business opportunities, develops market-specific growth strategies, and represents Churchill Downs internationally to strengthen brand awareness and deliver long-term international ticket sales growth as well as commercial / partnership revenue expansion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
International Business Development & Market Expansion
- Lead international business development initiatives to drive revenue growth in ticketing and partnerships, and expand the Churchill Downs and Kentucky Derby brand.
- Identify and evaluate new international market opportunities through market research and competitive analysis.
- Develop and execute market expansion plans, including market entry strategies, product positioning, and growth objectives.
- Identify opportunities to increase international market presence and long-term business growth.
International Sales & Revenue Growth
- Develop and execute international sales strategies that achieve revenue and pipeline objectives.
- Build and manage relationships with international clients, agencies, and high-net-worth individuals.
- Drive lead generation, sales campaigns, and business development initiatives across target markets.
- Provide accurate sales forecasting, pipeline reporting, and performance analysis
Strategic Partnerships & Market Representation
- Cultivate strategic partnerships with international agencies, distributors, and key stakeholders.
- Represent Churchill Downs at international trade shows, conferences, and industry events.
- Foster cross-cultural relationships that strengthen the Churchill Downs brand and support market expansion.
Business Operations & Market Execution
- Execute international sales and business development initiatives that expand the Kentucky Derby and Churchill Downs brand while driving international ticket sales and commercial revenue growth.
- Adapt sales strategies and business approaches to meet the cultural, regulatory, and logistical needs of each market.
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, corporate policies, and risk management practices.
- Monitor performance and recommend opportunities to improve operational effectiveness and market growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REGULATORY
Ability to obtain and maintain a Kentucky racing license and successfully complete all applicable background check requirements.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Business, International Business, Sports Management, Hospitality Management, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
- 8–10 years of progressive experience in international sales, business development, strategic partnerships, or a related commercial leadership role.
- Demonstrated success developing new markets, driving revenue growth, and managing complex international sales pipelines.
- Experience negotiating and managing strategic partnerships with global clients, agencies, or distributors.
- Experience working with premium clientele, luxury hospitality, sports, entertainment, or destination marketing organizations preferred.
- Strong understanding of international business practices, market expansion strategies, and cross-cultural relationship management.
- Experience utilizing CRM platforms, sales analytics, and forecasting tools to drive business performance.
- Ability to travel internationally and work evenings, weekends, and major events as business needs require.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strategic business development and relationship management
- International sales and market expansion expertise
- Executive presence with exceptional communication and negotiation skills
- Strong analytical, financial, and business acumen
- Cross-cultural communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to influence, collaborate, and build partnerships across diverse stakeholders
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM platforms, and sales reporting tools
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
- Extended periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Regular use of a keyboard and mouse for typing and navigating software.
- Viewing a computer screen for prolonged periods.
- Ability to manipulate paperwork, including filing, sorting, and organizing.
- Moving within the office environment to attend meetings, use office equipment, or interact with colleagues.
- Occasional lifting of office supplies or paperwork (up to 20 pounds).
- Speaking and listening to colleagues and clients in person, over the phone, or via video conferencing.
- Working in a climate-controlled office environment with moderate noise levels.
- Performing repetitive tasks such as data entry or document preparation.
- Working under artificial lighting conditions typical of an office environment, which may include fluorescent or LED lighting.
- Role is onsite five days a week at the Louisville, KY Churchill Downs Racetrack
- Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required during racing meets, Derby season, and international travel.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
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