Account Executive, Sales and Partnership Services (Oregon Schools Activities Association (OSAA))

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, SALES & PARTNERSHIP SERVICES (OREGON SCHOOLS ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION (OSAA))

Wilsonville, OR

On-site

THE RUNDOWN

Playfly Sports is looking for an Account Executive, Sales & Partnership Services to join our team at the Oregon Schools Activities Association (OSAA).

The candidate must be driven and coachable to execute the Playfly Sports Properties revenue model and to understand the distinctive relationship with the high school association. This role will work with the General Manager to pitch and close enterprise partnership agreements. This role will generate incremental sponsorship revenue to meet and exceed individual and team goals. The position will assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the high school sports property. The candidate will uphold and support the team leading by example with a focus on a culture of hard work and creativity – always building team belief.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

Execute fulfillment, including championship tournament operations and on-site activation

Fulfill benefits per corporate partner agreements and developing relationship between partners and the high school league

Work with the General Manager & OSAA staff in creating, planning and implementing the high school association’s sports property and Playfly Sports Properties special events

Ability to create, post and manage sponsored social media campaigns on the State Association’s Facebook, Instagram, and X accounts

Obtain and manage all necessary proof of performance records

Manage administrative tasks related to day-to-day office operations

Help develop and execute a sales plan to meet and/or exceed assigned annual revenue targets

Identify potential sponsors for the high school sports property through networking with local business partners and researching local, regional and national companies

Prospect, meet and close a significant number of new and renewal high level corporate sponsorships

Develop compelling sales presentations for new marketing partners by incorporating research, category dynamics and a clear understanding of partner’s marketing goals

Create sales proposals and draft/negotiate contracts

Research the sports sponsorship industry and stay current with relevant market trends and conditions

Represent the high school association’s sports property and Playfly Sports Properties in a professional manner

Entertain and cultivate sponsors in non-game day related events

Understand and leverage Playfly business units in order to leverage new business areas, leads, and categories

Provide dynamic integrated partnership packages with a focus on digital and mobile sales

Other job-related duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Bachelor’s degree required

Three years of direct sales/activation experience in the sports multi-media environment or equivalent field preferred

Proficient in Adobe Photoshop for creating digital graphics, sponsorship presentations, venue collateral, digital campaigns, and branded visual assets

Proficient in video editing skills using Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and digital video production workflows

Experience with integrated and “conceptual” sales

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

Must possess organizational skills, specifically relating to managing contract fulfillment and contract proof of performance requirements

Ability to be a self-starter

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

Ability to demonstrate professional sales presentation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Understanding of KORE CRM tool or similar systems preferred

TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ability to sit, stand, and walk-up stairs

Be available to travel for client presentations, state championships, and other association events

Be available for event days, including nights and weekends, in correlation to the client fulfillment responsibilities of the high school sports property

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 national level through scaled linear, digital, and experiential assets. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions into 90-million households via more than 7,800 live U.S. broadcasts of MLB, NBA, and NHL games; and influences sports fans of all ages through the management of college and high school multimedia rights, uniform branding, and high-profile sports sponsorship platforms. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S. Playfly Sports is Powered by Partnership. Visit Playfly Sports online at playfly.com

WHAT WE STAND FOR

At Playfly, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one, but more importantly, we believe it’s just the right thing to do. Through conversations, company initiatives, community events and partnerships, policy changes, data analysis, workshops, and support groups, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are here for the long haul and to do the meaningful work that creates true institutional change within our workplace, with our partners, and in the communities we serve.

EEOC & DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Playfly Sports affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Playfly Sports is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Playfly Sports is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and as part of this commitment, Playfly Sports will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] .

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