Group Sales Account Executive

Become a part of the team behind the team.

As employees of the Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter, we do more than basketball. We are blazing trails toward winning championships on and off the court. 

We are pioneers and innovators. We look for people who push boundaries, who dream, who are committed to inclusivity – who want to contribute to Rip City!

As our Group Sales Account Executive, you play a critical role in engaging with potential clients to create unforgettable game-day experiences through ticket packages, including full-season, half-season, mini-packages, and a special emphasis on crafting group experiences that bring people together for thrilling moments.

In this role, you will connect with businesses, organizations, and individuals in the Portland/Vancouver area to showcase the excitement, energy, and value of live sports. You will deliver premier customer service to season ticket holders, prospects, and single-game attendees, ensuring every fan has an amazing experience.

This isn’t just about selling tickets—it’s about crafting experiences that bring people together. Our ideal candidate excels at building relationships, understanding client needs, and providing solutions that elevate every fan’s game-day experience. Multi-tasking is second nature to you, whether you’re managing multiple accounts, executing creative fan activations, or collaborating with internal teams. If you take pride in delivering exceptional service, following through on commitments, and ensuring every client feels valued, we want to hear from you! 

DAY-TO-DAY: 

• Call new contacts to sell full-season, half-season, and group packages.
• Work with current accounts to service, alter, and satisfy their ticket needs.
• Proactively identify and connect with potential clients.
• Use analytics to cultivate leads, set appointments, and make sales calls.
• Responsible for achieving individual and departmental goals.
• Establish relationships and work closely with internal partners such as Ticket Operations, Game Operations, Fan and Brand Development, and Building Operations.
• Execute fan experience during games. 

WE’D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in sales, preferably within ticket sales.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to creatively problem solve and deliver real-time solutions.
• Strong ability to negotiate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including working during nights and weekends. 
• Experience with Archtics (Ticketmaster) is preferred.
• Experience with a CRM system is preferred.

Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful results of an individual background check. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and review results on an individual basis.

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter embraces diversity and inclusion. We celebrate individual expression and uniqueness on our campus. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We are committed to hiring individuals that reflect the community we serve without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We are an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

PERKS: 

We invest in our employees inside and outside of work. Our benefits package for full-time teammates includes:

• Salary: $22.99 per hour, plus competitive variable compensation plan
• Competitive Healthcare Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
• Flexible Time Off (3 weeks 11 holidays)
• Wellness Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking Discounted Mass Transit Passes
• Discounted & Complimentary Tickets
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Daily Free Lunch