Detroit City FC Is Hiring An Account Executive

Detroit City FC, Detroit’s premier professional soccer club, is expanding its team and looking for energetic, professional individuals to join us in building community and competitive success. We’re seeking a Bilingual Account Executive to help us grow our fan base and enhance our sales efforts both locally and nationally. ⚽🌍

Position Overview

As a Bilingual Account Executive, you will be instrumental in driving sales, serving current clients, and representing Detroit City FC in diverse communities. Fluency in English and Spanish is essential, along with a passion for relationship-building within vibrant, multicultural supporter groups. This position reports directly to the Manager of Ticket Sales & Service.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 📝

• Generate new business: Prospect, research, and close ticket sales leads through cold-calls, texts, emails, and in-person meetings.
• Community Representation: Attend networking and offsite community events to promote ticket sales and brand awareness.
• Event Participation: Join team and community events to foster engagement and sales opportunities.
• Brand Ambassadorship: Serve as a positive representative of Detroit City FC within local communities.
• Sales Goals: Meet and exceed established sales objectives consistently.
• Customer Service: Deliver exceptional service during the sales process and follow-up at events.
• Revenue Maximization: Achieve daily activity targets to maximize ticket sales and revenue.
• Creative Selling: Develop and implement innovative strategies and programs to attract new clients.
• Team Collaboration: Build positive relationships with team members, contributing to a healthy team culture.
• Meetings & Training: Participate actively in team meetings and training sessions.
• Game-Day Duties: Support in-game responsibilities during team matches and events.
• Language Fluency: Communicate fluently in both English and Spanish, both written and spoken.

Desired Qualifications 🎯

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Business, or related fields; or equivalent professional experience.
• Work Ethic & Attitude: Strong work ethic, team spirit, and enthusiasm for the success of the department and club.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and written communication abilities.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in PC systems including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database platforms.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Organization & Multitasking: Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and deliver timely results.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing demands.
• Competitive Spirit & Motivation: Driven, self-motivated, and goal-oriented.
• Soccer Knowledge: Preferred but not required.

🌟 We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.