Account Executive

We’re looking for new team members to join FanDuel Sports Network, the nation’s largest provider of live local sports.

As a local sports media platform, we’re proud to be the local media partner for 29 MLB, NHL, and NBA teams, producing and delivering over 3,000 live games and events every year. Whether it’s the heat of a playoff push or the excitement of Opening Day, we’re all about delivering the moments that matter to hometown fans.

We’re part of Main Street Sports Group, serving fans in regions across our 15 owned and operated networks. We combine powerful partnerships, cutting-edge streaming technology, and smart distribution to make sure fans can watch their teams how they want, whether that’s through a direct-to-consumer streaming platform or major cable providers.

The Position:
FanDuel Sports Network is looking for an experienced Account Executive to join the Sales team in St. Louis, Missouri servicing clients for our Midwest Regional Sports Networks. Reporting to the Director of Sales this role will be responsible for selling a variety of sports marketing media assets in live NBA, NHL, MLB, and other sporting event products across our networks and digital platforms. Sellable assets include linear television, streaming, digital, custom branded signage and integrations, and experiential activations. This exciting role provides an opportunity for complete immersion in the business of professional sports media. Success is measured by the attainment of quarterly and annual revenue targets and KPIs.

This is a hybrid position located in St. Louis, MO.

The Game Plan:
(What you will do)

• Responsible for generating revenue and cultivating long-term partnerships with marketers aiming to target our unique and exclusive audience.
• Responsible for maintaining and optimizing revenue from existing client relationships while simultaneously identifying and acquiring business from new partnerships within our footprint.
• Work with c-suite level marketing decision makers and advertising agencies to develop custom sports marketing solutions with FanDuel Sports Network assets, and coordinate with key internal departments to ensure successful implementation of client campaigns.

The Stats
(What to bring)

• Minimum of 3+ years of professional sales or sports sponsorship experience.
• Creative, solution oriented, individual with the ability to apply critical reasoning and analysis.
• Self-motivated with a strong drive to succeed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including superior listening skills.
• The ability to make compelling and persuasive presentations in one-on-one and group settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strong business relationships.
• Ability and willingness to entertain clients at sporting events on select nights and weekends.
• Ability to travel outside of the St. Louis market as needed.
• Solid organizational and project management skills.
• Able to multitask and work effectively in a fluid, high-pressure environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge and deep understanding of media and/or sports marketing landscape is a plus.

Player Benefits:

• Healthcare Benefits – Start 1st day of employment
• Wellness Program Incentive
• 401K – Match up to 4%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal)
• Company Holidays
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Employee Discounts

The Company is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

FanDuel Sports Network, Independently Owned & Operated by Main Street Sports Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you like growth and working with dedicated, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

It is the policy of FanDuel Sports Network to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FanDuel Sports Network will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.