Sr. Account Executive, Partnership Sales; Denver Sports Properties

Position: Sr. Account Executive, Partnership Sales (Denver Sports Properties)
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SR. ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, PARTNERSHIP SALES Colorado, Denver On-Site

THE RUNDOWN Playfly Sports is looking for a Sr. Account Executive, Partnership Sales to join our team at our University of Denver Sports Properties division. The candidate must be driven and coachable to execute the Playfly Sports Properties revenue model and to understand the distinctive relationship with the university athletics. This role will work with the General Manager to pitch and close enterprise partnership agreements.

This role will also be responsible to generate incremental sponsorship revenue to meet and exceed individual and team goals. Lastly, this role will uphold and support by example a culture of hard work, creativity - always building team belief in the revenue goal.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Drive Revenue Growth:
Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to generate new sponsorship revenue and renew existing partners in alignment with Denver Sports Properties and University of Denver Athletics' goals.

• Business Development:
Identify, research, and cultivate relationships with local, regional, and national brands that align with University of Denver Athletics' mission, values, and fan demographics.

• Portfolio Management:
Oversee an established book of business of corporate partners, ensuring each relationship delivers measurable value and aligns with goals and objectives.

• Partnership Strategy:
Collaborate with Denver Sports Properties and University leadership to create innovative inventory, category strategies, and customized partnership platforms.

• Consultative Selling:
Conduct thorough needs assessments to understand client objectives, develop tailored proposals, and negotiate contracts that deliver measurable ROI.

• Creative Storytelling:
Build compelling sales presentations that leverage data, fan insights, and integrated marketing opportunities to maximize partner impact.

• Relationship Management:
Maintain strong relationships with sponsors, campus stakeholders, and community leaders through consistent communication and in-person engagement.

• Industry Expertise:
Stay current on sports marketing trends, category developments, and best practices to position University of Denver as a leader in collegiate sponsorship innovation.

• Activation Support:
Work closely with Denver Sports Properties Service and Operations team as well as University of Denver Athletics internal teams to ensure flawless execution and delivery of partner assets.

• Game Day & Event Presence:
Represent University of Denver Athletics, Denver Sports Properties, and Playfly Sports Properties with a high level of integrity, attitude, and effort for designated home games, university events, and community functions.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree required

• 3-5 years of direct sales experience in the sports multi-media environment required

• Experience with integrated and "conceptual" sales

• Ability to generate and present ideas/concepts succinctly and provide creative solutions to prospects/clients

• Outstanding communication skills are essential for interactions with clients, operational leaders and other senior executives

• Demonstrated professional sales presentation skills

TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk-up stairs

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

• Be available for game days and evening athletic events and coaches shows

• Be available to travel for client presentations

COMPENSATION The pay range for this role is $90,000 to $115,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.

WHAT WE DO Playfly Sports is the full-service, leading sports marketing and media company that enables brands to engage with sports fans on a local, regional, and…