Syndication Sales Executive

Job Description

Be Part of the Fastest Growing Sports Channel Worldwide

About CSI Sports

CSI SPORTSTM is a leading global multimedia company, producing and distributing content to the highest level of combat sports programming. CSI’s syndication business under the FIGHT SPORTS® brand reaches over 190 countries and the FIGHT SPORTS® 24/7 linear channel currently reaches 50+ countries globally.

CSI Sports is seeking an experienced sales executive. This candidate is a born salesman, that enjoys creating, developing and executing sales strategies. New sales will be generated from past, current and future leads by making daily sales calls, networking, building relationships and identifying valuable sales opportunities. The candidate will also manage existing accounts and thrive at identifying clients’ needs, while building and cultivating the business relationship.

We’re looking for a competitive, media-savvy, self-driven individual who is passionate about the sports and media industry.

• Negotiate with potential Distribution Platforms including Broadcast Networks and Digital Services to increase revenue
• Establish and enhance relationships in international target markets
• Drive revenues from new and emerging markets
• Monitor the marketplace for changes that affect sales activities
• Communicate to customers all upcoming events, programs, products and services
• Work with clients from initial contract to delivery and execution
• Utilize research effectively and provide creative and marketing input to establish the best possible sales strategies
• Light travel to key territories and select industry events as needed to represent the company’s interests and ensure strategic objectives are met
• Work with Production and Digital Departments to ensure effective communication on current and future initiatives

This is a fully in-office position; remote work is not available

• 5+ years of prior proven experience as a Media Sales Executive
• 3-5 years’ experience in syndicating content internationally, preferably sports
• Knowledge of broadcast media rights/digital rights/landscape
• Experience making international sales calls; lead generation
• Excellent writing skills
• Demonstrates the ability to meet high volume of sales
• Multilingual or speak foreign language a plus
• PowerPoint and Salesforce skills a plus
• A strategic thinker and team player
• Self-motivated and driven

Compensation: commensurate with experience

Benefits:
Eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off and sick leave.

Additional Compensation:
This position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses based on individual and company performance.

CSI Sports is a leading Multimedia Company that owns and operates FIGHT SPORTSTM the 24/7 live sports network and acquires, produces and distributes fight related content that is exhibited weekly in the US and International markets.